HEDRIN 4% Cutaneous solution Ref.[9552] Active ingredients: Dimeticone

Source: Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (GB)  Revision Year: 2019  Publisher: Thornton & Ross Ltd, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, United Kingdom

Therapeutic indications

Hedrin is indicated for the eradication of headlice infestations.

Posology and method of administration

Adults and children (aged six months and above)

For topical external use only.

Apply sufficient lotion to cover dry hair from the base to the tip to ensure that no part of the scalp is left uncovered. Work into the hair spreading the liquid evenly from roots to tips. Allow hair to dry naturally. Hedrin should be left on hair for a minimum of 8 hours or overnight. Wash out with normal shampoo, rinsing thoroughly with water. Repeat the treatment after seven days.

Children under the age of six months should only be treated under medical supervision.

Overdose

There are no known recognised symptoms of overdose.

It is unlikely that Hedrin will enter the bloodstream via scratched skin however if this does occur, available data suggests it will be rapidly eliminated unchanged. If the lotion were to be accidentally ingested, again, the available data suggests that there are no specific safety concerns.

No special procedures are likely to be needed.

Shelf life

Three years, when stored unopened.

Special precautions for storage

This product does not require any special storage conditions.

Nature and contents of container

HDPE dropper containers with screw caps; 150ml.

HDPE containers incorporating plastic trigger spray, cap and PE dip tube; 120ml capacity.

Not all packs may be marketed.

Special precautions for disposal and other handling

Care should be taken as the product may cause a slip hazard if accidentally spilt onto smooth surfaces.

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