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This
section contains information on how BANLICE® Mousse works
to treat head lice & their nits (eggs) with one application.
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BANLICE® Mousse
contains natural pyrethrins, which are insecticides
that come from chrysanthemum flowers. Natural pyrethrins
are generally recognised to be amongst the least toxic
insecticides available for human use.
BANLICE® Mousse
also contains piperonyl butoxide to provide a synergistic
effect - that is, to help the pyrethrins work more
effectively.
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The
pyrethrins in BANLICE® Mousse work by over-stimulating the
nervous system of lice. Put simply, the lice die from
exhaustion.
Because
of its unique formulation, the pyrethrins in
BANLICE® Mousse also penetrate the shell of the nits (eggs)
& act on the unhatched lice.
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It
is very important to apply BANLICE® Mousse to totally dry hair.
This
is important for two reasons:
- Applying to dry hair allows the full concentration of
insecticide to act on lice & nits i.e. it is not first
diluted by water.
- Wetting the hair gives a warning signal to lice &
nits to "batten down the hatches", making it
harder for an insecticide applied to wet hair, to do its
job properly.
For
more information on application, see "How
to Use BANLICE® Mousse".
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All
you need is 10 minutes contact time with the lice
& nits for BANLICE® Mousse to take effect. You do not
need to leave it on any longer. Do not be alarmed
if lice are still moving immediately after treatment
- they are in the process of dying.
Banlice washes clean away under the shower - you can
even use your normal shampoo.
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Dead
lice should also wash away under the shower but unfortunately,
the nits won't. Because nits are firmly glued to the hair
shaft, you will need to comb / pull them off yourself.
For
more information, including tips on how to remove nits,
see "How
To Use BANLICE® Mousse".
IMPORTANT: BANLICE® Mousse is approved for use on children
from 2 years of age. If a child under 2 years has head lice,
or if you are pregnant & wish to treat yourself, we
recommend you first consult your local GP for advice.
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Always read the label. Use only as directed. if symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.
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