Head Lice
Full Marks Head Lice Solution
£10.99 - £31.47
3 options available
Head Lice
Hedrin 4% Lotion
£13.49 - £40.47
3 options available
Head lice are tiny insects that live in the hair and are very common, particularly in children. They spread through head-to-head contact and cause itching, though they are harmless. GetMyMeds offers treatments to help clear head lice.
Over-the-Counter Options
Head lice treatments are available to buy without an online consultation. They are designed to kill lice and eggs, and many work by coating and suffocating the lice. It is sensible to ask your pharmacist for advice, especially when treating young children, anyone pregnant, or people with asthma or skin conditions.
Choosing a Treatment
Treatments include lotions and solutions applied to dry or wet hair, often needing a repeat application after about a week to catch newly hatched lice. Wet combing with a fine-toothed comb can also be used alone or alongside treatment. Our pharmacy team can help you choose an option suitable for your family.
FAQ
How do I know if it is head lice? Look for live lice or eggs (nits) close to the scalp, often behind the ears and at the back of the neck. Combing wet, conditioned hair with a detection comb can help confirm.
Do I need to treat the whole family? Only treat people who actually have live lice. It is worth checking everyone in the household, but treating those without lice is not recommended.
Why do lice sometimes come back? Reinfection is common, often from missed eggs or renewed contact. A repeat treatment and checking close contacts helps prevent this.