Full Marks Lotion

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How does it work?

Full marks preparations contain phenothrin, which is used to treat head and pubic lice infestation. Phenothrin is an insecticide which kills lice by interfering with the insect's biological processes, causing death of the insect and the eggs. Phenothrin solution should be applied to the hair and scalp and left for the recommended length of time, to ensure that all the eggs are treated. This is eventually washed out and the eggs removed from the scalp using a special fine-toothed nit comb. It is usually recommended that family members and close contacts be treated at the same time, if infected. In the event of early re-infestation, phenothrin preparations may be re-applied, provided 7 days have elapsed since the first application. Full Marks is available in a water based (aqueous) solution - Full Marks Liquid or an alcohol based solution - Full Marks Lotion and Mousse. Aqueous solutions are generally preferred in individuals suffering from asthma or eczema and particularly in children, where alcoholic fumes are best avoided.

What is it used for?

- Head lice
- Pubic lice (Full Marks Lotion only)

Warning!

- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- This preparation is for external use only.
- This preparation may affect permed, coloured or bleached hair.
- If this preparation is accidentally swallowed, please seek medical advice immediately.
- It is advised that rubber gloves be worn by people giving repeated applications or treating large numbers of individuals e.g. clinic nurses.
- Full Marks Lotion and Mousse preparations contain inflammable alcohol. Therefore it is advised that individuals using these avoid naked flames, lighted objects and the use of artificial heat e.g. hairdryers.
- Do not use this preparation more than once in a week or for longer than three consecutive weeks.

Use with caution in

- Asthma
- Eczema

Not to be used in

- Infants under 6 months of age, except on medical advice

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

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