Some head lice are resistant to the insecticides in the shampoos. Our recommendation is to comb the lice out.
Inspect child’s head
• Shampoo and remove tangles.
• Divide hair into sections.
• Comb lice out using nit comb, rinse comb in soapy water.
o Use good lighting and a magnifying glass for examinations.
o An entertaining movie or TV show will help fidgety children sit long
enough to thoroughly comb out lice.
o Combing should be done every day for two weeks.

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