News from the global scientific community focused on furthering the understanding and treatment of pediculosis, including research and clinical trials. |
Like the subjects of their study, coverage of academic discussions of pediculosis treatment is often incomplete. Here are three such articles from 2014 which required a second round of treatment to get hold of:
A new critical review of head lice treatments covers the latest treatment methods and clinical trial methodology.
Hatchtech Pty Ltd this week announced successful results for its phase 3 trials of Xeglyze™ Lotion, a novel lice and egg treatment.
A new study investigates the ability of commercial head lice products to remove eggs from hair.
A recent study has found topical ivermectin to have better lice eradication rates than oral ivermectin.
A new study further analyses herbal shampoos for their ability to kill head lice.
The Federal Trade Commission has fined the manufacturer of Lice Shield $0.5M for misleading advertising claims.
A new paper reports on a randomised, controlled, cross-over study investigating the efficacy of 1,2- octanediol in preventing lice infection.