Lindane
Lindane Shampoo
What is this medicine?
LINDANE (LIN dane) shampoo is a treatment for lice infestation of hair, including hair in the pubic area (crabs). This medicine kills the parasites and their eggs, but it does not prevent infestations. This medicine is a poison if it is not used properly. Ask your doctor, health care professional or pharmacist to explain any information you do not understand.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
brain or spinal tumor
burns, wounds or other damaged skin
eczema or atopic dermatitis
frequently drink alcoholic beverages
head trauma
HIV infection
liver disease
psoriasis
seizures
skin rash
an unusual or allergic reaction to lindane, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
This medicine is for external use only. It is poisonous if taken by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Make sure you know how to properly use the shampoo. Do not get this medicine in your eyes. If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water. Seek medical help if the eyes are hurting. Do not use more medicine than prescribed.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply as this medicine is applied as a single dose. Do not repeat the treatment.
What may interact with this medicine?
chloroquine, pyrimethamine
cyclosporine, mycophenolate mofetil, tacrolimus capsules
isoniazid
medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
medicines to treat alzheimer's disease or myasthenia gravis
meperidine
methocarbamol
radiopaque contrast agents
some antibiotics like penicillins, imipenem and quinolones such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, gatifloxacin
theophylline
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Let your doctor or health care professional know if you still see lice after 7 days of the initial application. Do not use this medicine more than 1 time to treat lice. Using more than directed may increase your risk of experiencing serious side effects including seizures. If you or a family member experience a seizure, get emergency help right away.
Do not use this medicine on damaged skin. It can penetrate through skin that is burned, cut, scraped, or covered in a rash, and cause serious side effects.
If you are applying this medicine to another person, wear plastic or disposable gloves to protect yourself from lice infestation and exposure to the medicine.
All recently worn clothing, underwear, pajamas, used sheets, pillowcases, and towels should be washed in very hot water or dry-cleaned. Close personal contact can spread the infestation. Family members and sexual contacts may require treatment for lice.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
dizziness
heart palpitations
nausea, vomiting
restlessness, nervousness, irritability
seizures
skin rash or itching that was not there before treatment
unusual sleepiness
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
dry skin or scalp
itching (this can continue for 1 or more weeks after use)
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Do not freeze. Keep container tightly closed. After applying the treatment, close the bottle with the leftover shampoo and throw it away out of the reach of children. Do not keep this medicine after using it.
Lindane Topical lotion
What is this medicine?
LINDANE (LIN dane) is a treatment for scabies. This medicine kills the parasites and their eggs, but it does not prevent infestations. This medicine is a poison if it is not used properly. Ask your doctor, health care professional or pharmacist to explain any information you do not understand.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
brain or spinal tumor
burns, wounds or other damaged skin
eczema or atopic dermatitis
frequently drink alcoholic beverages
head trauma
HIV infection
liver disease
psoriasis
seizures
skin rash
an unusual or allergic reaction to lindane, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
This medicine is for external use only. It is poisonous if taken by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Make sure you know how to properly use the lotion. Do not get this medicine in your eyes. If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water. Seek medical help if the eyes are hurting. Do not use more medicine than prescribed.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply as this medicine is applied as a single dose. Do not repeat the treatment.
What may interact with this medicine?
chloroquine, pyrimethamine
cyclosporine, mycophenolate mofetil, tacrolimus capsules
isoniazid
medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
medicines to treat alzheimer's disease or myasthenia gravis
meperidine
methocarbamol
radiopaque contrast agents
some antibiotics like penicillins, imipenem and quinolones such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, gatifloxacin
theophylline
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Let your doctor or health care professional know if scabies is still present after 1 week. Do not use this medicine more than 1 time to treat lice. Using more medicine than directed may increase your risk of serious side effects including seizures. If you or a family member are using this medicine and experience a seizure, get emergency help right away.
Do not use this medicine on damaged skin. It can penetrate through skin that is burned, cut, scraped, or covered in a rash, and cause serious side effects.
If you are applying this medicine to another person, wear plastic or disposable gloves to protect yourself from scabies and exposure to this medicine.
All recently worn clothing, underwear, pajamas, used sheets, pillowcases, and towels should be washed in very hot water or dry-cleaned. Close personal contact can also spread the infestation. Family members and sexual contacts may require treatment for scabies.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
dizziness
heart palpitations
nausea, vomiting
restlessness, nervousness, irritability
seizures
skin rash or itching that was not there before treatment
unusual sleepiness
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
dry skin or scalp
itching (this can continue for 1 or more weeks after use)
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Do not freeze. Keep container tightly closed. After applying the treatment, close the bottle with the leftover lotion and throw it away in a trashcan out of the reach of children. Do not keep this medicine after using it.
Updated:
March 21, 2017
Sources:
U.S. FDA-approved Package Insert