Generic name: ivermectin
Drug class: Topical anti-infectives, Topical anti-rosacea agents
Dosage form: lotion
Availability: Over the counter
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available
Brand names: Soolantra, Ivermectin (topical) (monograph)
What is Sklice?
Sklice is a nonprescription lotion used to treat head lice in people 6 months of age and older.
Sklice is for topical use on the hair and scalp only.
It is not known if it is safe and effective for children under 6 months of age.
How should I use Sklice
- Use exactly as directed.
- Use when your hair is dry.
- It is important to use enough lotion to completely coat all of your hair and scalp. Leave on your hair and scalp for a full 10 minutes and then rinse off with water.
- You need to completely cover all the scalp and hair with lotion.
- Children will need an adult to apply Sklice Lotion for them.
- Do not swallow. If swallowed, call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest emergency room right away.
- Do not get the lotion into your eyes. If it gets in your eye, gently flush with water.
- Wash your hands after application.
When you complete your dose of Sklice Lotion, do not use again without talking to your healthcare provider first.
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ivermectin topical, sodium chloride topical, permethrin topical, Elimite, lindane topical, acetic acid topicalBefore Taking
Before using Sklice Lotion, tell your healthcare provider if you or your child:
- have any skin conditions or sensitivities.
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Sklice Lotion can harm your unborn baby.
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Ivermectin has been found in breast milk when taken by mouth and may pass into breast milk after using Sklice Lotion. If you use Sklice Lotion and breastfeed your baby:
- avoid accidental transfer of Sklice Lotion to your breast to help prevent ingestion by your baby.
- talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby during treatment with Sklice Lotion.
Sklice side effects
The most common side effects include:
- eye redness or soreness
- eye irritation
- dandruff
- dry skin
- burning sensation of the skin
Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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