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Hygia
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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
Hygia is a high-quality, fast-acting drug against nits, as well as pubic and head lice.
ATC classification
Active ingredients
Pharmacological group
Pharmachologic effect
Indications Hygia
Head and pubic pediculosis (lice infestation).
Release form
The medicine is available in 120 ml bottles.
Pharmacodynamics
The main components of permethrin are synthetic pyrethroids, which have low toxicity and effective insecticidal properties. Therefore, acting as a neuromuscular toxin, it does not have a toxic effect on the body. The duration of the insecticidal effect of permethrin is quite short, because under the influence of air it soon disappears - this avoids the risk of accumulation of this substance.
The detergent is a combination of sodium alkyl ether sulfate and fatty acid alkylamides, which gives the product foaming, washing properties. It should be noted that this substance does not irritate the skin.
The process of detaching nits from hair is accelerated under the influence of acetic acid. This substance combines insecticidal and detergent properties.
Pharmacokinetics
Permethrin is not absorbed into the bloodstream.
Dosing and administration
The drug is intended for external local use. Shake the bottle before applying. You should first wet your hair with warm water, then apply 15-20 g of the drug and rub it into the skin. Then you need to wait 10-15 minutes and wash off the drug with warm water. Dry hair should be combed with a special comb for combing out nits and lice. A repeat treatment procedure should be performed after a week. During the course of treatment, it is allowed to be carried out a maximum of 3 times.
Use Hygia during pregnancy
Higia is prohibited for use during pregnancy.
Contraindications
Among the contraindications to the use of the drug:
- Hypersensitivity to drug components;
- Inflammation, wounds, scratches, and secondary infections on the skin;
- Lactation period;
- Children under 3 years old.
[ Overdose
Overdose may increase the manifestations of the side effect. If this happens, stop using the medicine and wash the skin with warm water. Sometimes antihistamines are also used.
Storage conditions
The medicine should be stored in a place out of reach of children and away from light at a temperature of no more than 25 °C.
Shelf life
Hygia can be used for 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Manufacturer
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Hygia" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.