Kwellada-P Cream Rinse

(Permethrin)

The active ingredient in Kwellada-P Creme Rinse is permethrin. It is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that targets lice by disrupting their nerve cell membranes. This interrupts the signals needed for the lice to survive, leading to paralysis and death. It also affects nits, helping prevent them from hatching. The medication is designed to kill both live lice and nits on contact.

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor and read all documents provided, including the full Prescribing Information, FDA-Approved Product Labeling, Instructions for Use, and Medication Guide before using Kwellada-P Creme Rinse. However, the following is a synopsis of the general guidelines for the use of Kwellada-P Creme Rinse:

• Wash the hair with a conditioner-free shampoo, rinse, and towel dry. Ensure the hair is damp but not dripping. Shake the bottle well before use. Apply enough lotion to saturate the hair and scalp, especially behind the ears and at the base of the neck. Leave the lotion on the hair for about 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water and towel dry. Use a fine-toothed nit comb or lice comb to help remove dead lice and nits after rinsing, checking, and combing daily for about a week.
• It is usually not necessary to repeat treatment; however, if live lice are still seen 7 days after the initial application, a second application may be used.
• Avoid contact with mucous membranes, eyes, inside the nose, or mouth.
• To prevent reinfestation, contaminated items such as clothing, towels, hats, and bedding should be washed in hot water and dried in the dryer for at least 20 minutes. If items cannot be washed and dried this way, dry-clean or seal them in a plastic bag for 2 weeks and wash normally.
• Ensure family members are examined for lice infestation since it is spread through physical contact. If they are infested, they should speak to their healthcare professional immediately about using this product.

Some mild or common side effects of Kwellada-P Creme Rinse include:

• Itching of the scalp.
• Mild burning or stinging where the lotion was applied.
• Redness, numbness, tingling, or rash of the scalp.

Some individuals may experience serious side effects while using Kwellada-P Creme Rinse. These side effects may require immediate medical attention. If you experience any of the following, contact your healthcare provider or seek emergency medical help:

• Severe allergic reactions such as hives, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
• Intense burning, pain, or irritation that does not go away.
• Signs of infection on the scalp after treatment, such as increased warmth, pus, or spreading redness.

These are not all of the possible side effects of Kwellada-P Creme Rinse. You should always seek medical advice from your healthcare provider for any questions or concerns about your condition or treatment. Read all patient information, medication guides, or drug information sheets that come with this medication. You can also report adverse effects to the Food and Drug Administration at www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before starting Kwellada-P Creme Rinse, it is crucial to discuss any existing health conditions with your healthcare provider. You should be sure that your healthcare provider is aware of all your medical conditions, including if you have:

• Irritated, broken, or damaged skin on the scalp before treatment.
• A history of significant scalp itching or rash unrelated to lice may mask other conditions.

Known sensitivity or reaction to permethrin, other synthetic pyrethroids, pyrethrins, or ragweed/chrysanthemum plants.

Most people see a reduction in lice presence soon after the single application, as the lotion kills adult lice and nits on contact. However, itching of the scalp may continue for up to 2 weeks after treatment as the scalp heals from irritation. A second application at 7 days may be used if live lice are still seen.

When Kwellada-P Creme Rinse is taken with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements, it may change how they work or increase the frequency or severity of side effects. Make sure that you tell your healthcare professional about anything that you are taking to avoid any negative drug interactions, including:

• There are no significant drug interactions.

Kwellada-P Creme Rinse is available in plastic bottles containing 50 mL and 200 mL of 1% permethrin crème rinse.

It should be stored at room temperature, away from the reach of children.

Kwellada-P Creme Rinse is manufactured by Medtech Products Inc.

Yes. Generic versions of permethrin 1% crème rinse are available. There are also other brand names, such as Nix Crème Rinse, which contains the same active ingredient and strength.

Kwellada-P Creme Rinse is a single-use treatment and does not require tapering or stopping like chronic medications. After application and rinse off, no further use is needed unless live lice are still seen after 7 days. Then a second treatment may be used.

Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have any plans to become pregnant. A healthcare professional can help determine if using permethrin during pregnancy is appropriate based on individual risk and benefits.

Talk to your doctor if you are already breastfeeding or if you have plans to breastfeed. It is not known whether permethrin passes into breast milk. Your healthcare provider will advise whether this treatment is right for you.