Status:
COMPLETED
Efficacy and Safety of Licefreee Spray Against Nix 1% Permethrin
Lead Sponsor:
South Florida Family Health and Research Centers
Conditions:
Pediculosis Capitis
Eligibility:
All Genders
4+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Licefreee Spray in eradicating head lice as compared to Nix, both are available over-the-counter lice treatments.
Detailed Description
Head lice is a worldwide problem. Many treatments for lice appear to be losing their effectiveness; therefore products are needed that safely and effectively eradicate lice.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Must be 4 years of age or older
- Must have an active head lice infestation of at least 10 lice and viable nits
- Agree not used any other pediculicides or medicated products during the study
- Agree not to use a nit comb during the study
- Must have a single place of residence
Exclusion
- Used any form of head lice treatment, prescription, OTC or home remedy for at least four weeks prior to their visit
- Used topical medication of any kind on the hair for a period of 48 hours prior to visit
- Individuals receiving systemic, topical drugs or medications which may interfere with the study results
- Has a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to ragweed or any ingredient in either test products
- Individuals with any visible skin/scalp condition at the treatment site which, in the opinion of the investigator, will interfere with the evaluation
- Females who are pregnant or nursing
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
August 1 2011
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
December 1 2011
Estimated Enrollment :
42 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01514513
Start Date
August 1 2011
End Date
December 1 2011
Last Update
January 1 2015
Active Locations (1)
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Lice Source Services Inc.
Plantation, Florida, United States, 33313