Class of products under study first pdt tested the

Class of products under study, first pdt tested: the Nuvo method
 Apply to hair and dry with hairdryer
 Forms a “shrink wrap” over lice and hair and sufocates lice
 Growing evidence → more efective than synergized pyrethrins
 Dimethicone 4% lotion
 Shown to cure pediculosis, less irritation
 Coats lice, irreversibly immobilizes within 5 minutes
 LouseBuster
 Machine: applies heat to hair, scalp → Dehydrates, kills lice/nits
 Preliminary evidence → kills > 90% of nits
Pediculosis Counseling Points
 When washing brushes, toys, towels, linens, clothes, bedding:
 Water temperature of ≥ 130° for 10 minutes
 Highest heat dryer setting fabric permits
 Avoid close physical contact with an infested patient
 Vacuum thoroughly, regularly during treatment period
 Inspect hair and scalp diligently in segments
 Before, during, and after treatment
 Use nit comb to remove nits (individual hairs may be tripped if
nit removal is difficult)
 Risk of treatment resistance → avoid overuse
 Natoinal Pediculosis Association (headlice.org)