Will dichlorvos help get rid of lice and nits on the head?

Nowadays, the problem of various pests, such as flies, cockroaches and bedbugs, is faced not only by people who have their own house or plot, but also by those who live in an apartment. If a person had to deal with such an unpleasant phenomenon, then the first thing he will think is to poison them with dichlorvos. This remedy is popular among more than one generation, so it is firmly entrenched in the modern world.

But not everyone knows that it can harm a person. This happens because a person neglects safety rules. But just one inhalation of dichlorvos can cause irreparable harm to internal organs. This is explained by the fact that dichlorvos is a chemical, or more precisely, it belongs to organophosphorus compounds. Such products are dangerous for absolutely everyone, not just insects. For example, when cockroaches were poisoned in a house or apartment, and after that the room was poorly ventilated, a person may experience symptoms of dichlorvos poisoning. Extreme caution should be exercised when handling this poisonous drug.

Is it possible to remove lice with Dichlorvos?

The products that are now being put on the market are different from those that were produced in Soviet times. Dichlorvos is a toxic drug, but this does not stop some people from using it to poison lice.

The active component of Dichlorvos affects lice and nits through the intestines or by contact. Sometimes a joint effect is observed. Chemical compounds enter insects through the membrane or respiratory system. Destructive substances are not able to kill parasite eggs due to their durable protective coating.

For this reason, they are combed out or the procedure is repeated after some time. Dichlorvos destroys and blocks the nerve impulses of insects, causing paralysis and death of lice. Thanks to this, the parasites die a few minutes after applying the product. You can get rid of parasites with the help of Dichlorvos, but you need to remember its toxicity and precautions.

The nerve poisons included in Dichlorvos block the functioning of the insect's nervous system.

The effectiveness of Dichlorvos in the treatment of pediculosis

To understand whether it is possible to remove lice with Dichlorvos, it is worth reading the opinions of exterminators and reviews of people who have used the product. According to experts and users, this type of insecticide is not very convenient to use, but it is effective against Pediculus.

But Dichlorvos only affects adult lice. The substances of the drug penetrate under the chitinous membrane of insects, causing paralysis.

The use of an aerosol is much more effective than the use of pharmaceutical products against head lice.

After all, the spray contains concentrated chemicals.

Does dichlorvos help against lice at any stage of development? The insecticide destroys only adult individuals without affecting nits. The components of the drug do not penetrate the protective cocoon that protects parasites. In view of this, several treatments are carried out for pediculosis.

It is noteworthy that with regular use, Dichlorvos becomes less effective against lice. Therefore, the insecticide can be used once every 3 days.

Types and their composition

The drug contains phosphorus and chlorine, as well as other components that reduce the toxicity of the product.

The following types of drug are distinguished:

“Varan” has the smell of lemon and removes various parasites, including blood-sucking ones.
“Eco Universal” allows you to get rid of many parasites and has an unpleasant odor.
“Terminator” paralyzes bloodsuckers and contains tetramethrin and cypermethrin.
“Neo”, odorless or with lavender aroma, is available in the form of a spray, it contains cypermethrin and natural pyrethrins, substances that help eliminate lice.

Dichlorvos Neo allows you to get rid of not only lice, but also other parasites. Similar drugs are produced by domestic and foreign companies. The products do not differ in their effects, because they contain similar substances.

How effective is dichlorvos in comparison with other folk remedies?

Pediculosis is a fairly ancient problem, so many treatment methods have accumulated over many centuries. During times of shortage, people used various means to remove lice. They all have varying degrees of effectiveness.

Alcohol (vodka)

In the absence of pure alcohol, any strong alcohol will be useful (vodka is best). The effectiveness of the folk remedy is explained by two reasons. According to the first, lice die from suffocation under the influence of alcohol fumes. A more convincing version is that alcohol decomposes a special adhesive substance with which nits are attached to the surface of the hair, making them easier to comb out of the hair.

The effectiveness of the method largely depends on the percentage of alcohol and the degree of advanced disease . It cannot be called absolutely safe, since the mucous membranes of the eyes and nose are sensitive to the product, and inhalation of alcohol vapor can cause poisoning.

Tar soap

Connoisseurs of all things natural claim that tar soap can get rid of lice. However, the composition of this absolutely wonderful product can in no way harm parasites. However, tar soap is effective as a restorative therapy because... it relieves itching, promotes faster healing of wounds and strengthens hair follicles. In addition, tar disinfects damage and thereby prevents secondary pediculosis.

Kerosene

This petroleum distillation product, used as a combustible mixture, has long established itself as a remedy for lice, even at an advanced stage of lice. However, using this oily liquid with a specific pungent odor is very unpleasant . A similar aversion to the “aroma” of kerosene is experienced by parasites, who lose the ability to breathe, and therefore live. Kerosene is also toxic and hazardous to health, like dichlorvos.

Hydrogen peroxide

This colorless antiseptic can be found in any home pharmacy. Hydrogen peroxide is effective against bacteria and germs and helps fight mold and mildew. The product cannot cause serious harm to lice and nits, but it does corrode the adhesive mass that attaches the egg to the hair . Just like after using alcohol, it becomes much easier to comb out nits from a head treated with peroxide.

IMPORTANT! For head lice, 1.5% hydrogen peroxide is used, and the 3% composition is diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio. Otherwise, you may get a serious chemical burn.

Vinegar

Despite the wide selection of folk recipes for getting rid of lice, which include vinegar (for example, a mixture with salt and alcohol), this product does not have antiparasitic properties. Pre-diluted in water, it perfectly conditions the hair and makes it easier to comb. In addition, after inhaling vinegar fumes, insects become slower, and therefore vulnerable.

Laundry soap

The alkali contained in laundry soap dries the scalp, helps heal wounds left after bites and relieves itching . The product does not work as an insecticide against lice, although it is often included in folk anti-lice mixtures. Possessing exceptional cleaning abilities, laundry soap will help, for example, get rid of the smell of kerosene or dichlorvos if an infected person decides to use such drugs.

Instructions for use of insecticide

If people are not afraid of the possibility of harm from the effects of Dichlorvos, it is necessary to use it correctly to get rid of lice.

The aerosol should not be sprayed onto the scalp. In order for the procedure to have an effect, you will need to create something like a “gas chamber” for insects, otherwise the product will have no effect.

To eliminate parasites you need:

take a plastic bag without holes or other damage;
spray Dichlorvos inside (2-3 pumps);
place the treated bag on the head of an infected person;
secure the film with an elastic band, bandages or fabric bandage;
keep on your head for no more than 20 minutes;
remove the package;
wash your hair with shampoo, laundry or tar soap so that your hair and skin are cleansed of caustic substances;
use hair conditioner to make it easier to comb;
rinse your hair with a solution containing vinegar or sour juice;
comb out parasites with a comb or comb with frequent teeth onto a white cloth or paper;
burn the material and combed out insects.

To completely kill lice, it is necessary to treat the infected person’s personal belongings, clothing and bedding. All items used to eliminate parasites are disposed of or disinfected.

Alternative methods

Poisoning parasites with an aerosol insecticide is not the only “home” treatment option. Let's look at alternatives that have also been proven effective against lice:

• Kerosene. Mix with shampoo and olive oil, apply to hair and lather well. The head is covered with a bag. After 60 minutes (for children - after 15 minutes), the composition is washed off, the hair is washed under warm water. Dead insects and nits are cleaned out with a comb. For greater effectiveness, the comb is soaked in vinegar.
• Vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is added to water and the resulting solution is applied to the hair. To make the product more effective, after application, put a plastic bag on your head for 10-15 minutes. The final stage is thoroughly combing out the nits with a comb. The procedure is repeated until the nits are completely removed.
• Essential oils. Parasites cannot stand the strong smell of essential oils of lavender, jasmine, coconut, anise, tea tree and eucalyptus. Moreover, the listed oils have an insecticidal effect on insects. Just add a few drops to olive oil, rub into the scalp and rinse after 30-40 minutes.

Be careful: methods based on kerosene and vinegar cause irritation of the scalp, which is especially pronounced in children. Hair also suffers, especially since the procedure must be performed regularly every three days until the parasites completely disappear.

Prevention

How to use dichlorvos to eliminate the risks of poisoning? There are several rules that will help you avoid unpleasant consequences.

All manipulations with dichlorvos should be carried out only in special clothing and protective equipment (gloves, respirator).
Both during and after treating the room with dichlorvos, it must be well ventilated.
Under no circumstances should pregnant women and allergy sufferers manipulate dichlorvos.
After finishing the treatment of the room, no people or animals should be in it for at least four hours, preferably six hours.
After finishing the treatment, all working surfaces must be washed or at least wiped thoroughly.
You should buy dichlorvos only in stores, and not from individuals, who can make it themselves, without taking into account sanitary standards.
Dichlorvos should be stored out of the reach of children.
It is best not to carry out any actions at all with dichlorvos, but to leave disinfestation to SES workers.

Nevertheless, the modern formula of dichlorvos is so improved that poisoning with this chemical can only be caused by particularly improper use, either intentionally or by people with very poor health.

Today you can find many drugs united by one name - “Dichlorvos”. There are various variations of this insecticide, but all of these products are not essentially dichlorvos, because they have nothing in common with the original aerosol. Meanwhile, it is almost impossible to find a classic drug today, since it has been replaced by more modern and safe insecticides.

Effect of the drug on ectoparasites

Since Soviet times, Dichlorvos has been popularly considered to be safe for humans and effective against many insects - fleas in animals, cockroaches and ants, which often “invaded” living quarters, as well as lice on human heads.

But quite a lot of time has passed since then, and many studies have been carried out in the field of medicine that have proven the opposite - Dichlorvos is very harmful to human health. It’s not for nothing that indoor treatment is carried out in a special protective suit, and then left for several days to air.

The effect of Dichlorvos on ectoparasites is the entry of chemical compounds into the body of insects and the destruction of nerve endings. After such damage, restoration and normal existence of the insect is not possible. Therefore, the louse quickly dies.

The substance does not help against nits, since the egg cocoon is more resistant to environmental conditions and is completely closed.

Today, several options for improved medical developments based on dichlorvos of the last century are known:

Classic - a development of the last century, very toxic and with a pungent odor. It contained highly toxic organic compounds that were able to penetrate the dense chitinous layer of lice and destroy their body. Often its use was incorrect, since people did not know all the safety rules, which led to an allergic rash, disorder and even poisoning;
“Eco” is a newer formula of Dichlorvos with a light lavender aroma. In addition to flavoring, the composition contains cypermethrin (a less toxic pyrethroid) and pyrethrins of natural origin (extract from Dalmatian chamomile);
“Neo” is a new generation of dichlorvos. The composition contains three active substances: permethrin, piperonyl butoxide and cypermethrin. When used correctly, it does not cause side effects, but effectively kills lice by penetrating the body and destroying them from the inside.

When deciding to treat lice with Dichlorvos, you must first consult with a specialist and choose between modern developments.

What are the contraindications?

The use of Dichlorvos is refused in the following cases:

for diseases of the respiratory system;
during pregnancy;
when breastfeeding;
if you are allergic to the components of the drug;
for diseases or damage to the scalp.

It is forbidden to get rid of parasites in young children using a toxic substance

Dichlorvos is not used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Grandma's recipes

At a time when humanity had not yet invented anti-pediculosis drugs, they fought against parasites at home by treating the head with various substances. The most popular was removing lice and nits with kerosene, in second place was treating the head with vinegar, and then - Mother Nature’s recipes: a decoction of tansy, wormwood, cranberry juice.

Treatment of lice with kerosene

Treatment with kerosene is still actively practiced today, despite the huge number of remedies approved by official medicine. Kerosene not only kills adult insects and larvae, but also neutralizes the adhesive substance that keeps nits on the hair. After this treatment, the lice and larvae die, and the nits that come off the hair are washed off along with kerosene. However, this effective method has a number of side effects. Hair loses its beauty and shine, becomes greasy, sticks together, making it difficult to comb out. Not to mention the fact that after such treatment, the head still smells like kerosene for a long time.

Nevertheless, in the era of the absence of “chemistry”, this was a very common way to kill lice! The most important thing is to correctly calculate the dosage and not make the solution too concentrated, so that instead of head lice, you don’t have to treat scalp burns

There is a recipe according to which sunflower or olive oil, shampoo, honey and even milk are added to the solution along with kerosene. Treatment takes place in several stages. At the first stage, the hair is thoroughly treated with kerosene and sunflower oil, and after an hour (sometimes less) the solution is washed off. then the hair should be treated with vinegar, and after a couple of days - again with kerosene, but with olive oil (100 g of oil per teaspoon of fuel). Every other day, use cranberry or lemon juice to treat your scalp, which will help remove nits from your hair. Next - kerosene again, but with honey, and on the fifth day - control treatment with kerosene and milk. Combing with a comb will consolidate the effect.

Treatment with vinegar

Treating the head with vinegar to kill lice was also popular before the advent of pediculicidal drugs. This product is effective against lice, but does not kill nits. But it softens the secretion that holds the eggs on the hair. When asked which vinegar is best to use, our grandmothers answered - any. Table, apple, alcohol, wine - whatever, the main thing is to prepare the solution correctly to avoid burns. It is difficult to say whether it is more dangerous to poison lice with vinegar or kerosene, but vinegar is less harmful to hair and less toxic to humans.

Destruction of lice with dichlorvos

Such a remedy, like the well-known dichlorvos, is very effective in the fight against lice, although it is very unsafe. It not only destroys insects, but also kills nits, so in the old days there were brave souls who took such a risk. It was not the head that was treated with dichlorvos, but a plastic bag that was put over the hair and tied with a towel. An hour later, the bag was removed, the hair was washed, and running water and shampoo washed away the dead lice and nits.

Juices, decoctions and no chemicals

As an alternative to flammable substances for the treatment of pediculosis at home, they used a remedy such as herbal decoctions - tansy or wormwood. The principle of operation of such products is that the smell of these herbs repels lice, and the insects rush to leave their homes. Herbs do not kill nits, so it is better to use them in combination with natural cranberry or lemon juice. The juice also does not kill nits, but neutralizes the substance that holds them on the hair, thereby facilitating mechanical removal or rinsing under running water.

Lice and tar soap

Tar soap has been used relatively recently as an anti-pediculosis agent. However, birch bark tar, which is contained in this soap, has long been used in medicine. In particular, Vishnevsky’s ointment, widely used for wound healing, owes its characteristic odor to him. Removing lice with tar soap without the use of other means - a comb or lemon juice - will not be effective enough, so it is better to combine soap treatment with other methods.

Tar soap, like many other remedies, is powerless against nits, but kills lice by clogging the airways. Among the disadvantages, in addition to the relatively low efficiency and the need to constantly treat the head until the parasites are completely eliminated, one can name the unpleasant smell of birch bark tar. But this drawback is more than compensated by the fact that tar soap is absolutely non-toxic, so even pregnant women can use it.

Consequences

Dichlorvos is characterized by the fact that its exposure causes both immediate consequences (complications) and long-term consequences.

Complications appear within two weeks from the moment the substance enters the human blood. The patient begins to suffer from:

toxic hepatitis;
nephropathy;
pneumonia;
dystrophy of the heart muscle.

Long-term consequences appear within three years from the moment the substance enters the human blood. The patient begins to suffer from:

astheno-vegetative syndrome : disturbances in the functioning of internal organs due to poor functioning of the autonomic system;
myeloradiculitis : simultaneous inflammation of the human spinal cord and spinal roots;
polyneuritis : diseases of the peripheral nervous system.

For pregnant women, dichlorvos poisoning is doubly dangerous. If it occurs during an early period, the fetus may freeze. If during the last months, the fetus may develop developmental abnormalities or even the death of the unborn child.

Alternatives

The main advantage of dichlorvos over other anti-pediculosis agents is its low cost - from 60 to 100 rubles per can. However, a safer alternative can be found to dichlorvos, especially when removing lice from children, which will cost more.

Instead of dichlorvos, you can use the following products:

Lotion Nittifor

Aerosol Para-Plus

Shampoos Veda and Nyx

Spray Paranit

Spray Nuda

The price of alternative remedies is higher than the price of dichlorvos, but they are much safer for health and do not cause complications.

Thus, it is possible to use dichlorvos to combat lice and nits, but this should be done carefully. It is better to purchase a safer alternative to this remedy.

Also on our website you can learn about some folk remedies for lice: vinegar, kerosene, essential oils.

Compliance with safety regulations

Before using the product, study the instructions and take safety measures, since the spray belongs to hazard class 3.

For this:

All family members are examined for the presence of insects.
The procedure is carried out outside the home, in a ventilated area.
Make sure there is no allergy by applying a small amount of spray to the skin of the elbow or palm for half an hour.
Prepare everything necessary for processing: glasses, medical mask, rubber gloves, gown, plastic bag, headband, comb.

These recommendations will help avoid harm and ensure the desired result.

If Dichlorvos does not help, then pay attention to long-acting insecticides. They are more expensive, but much more effective than regular budget sprays. For example, the liquid preparation GET, which targets bed bugs and their offspring. The effect of the products lasts six months.

Also keep in mind that every city has a specialized service for exterminating bedbugs, cockroaches and other insects. Pest control is very difficult at home. If there are too many outbreaks in the room and you cannot get rid of bed bugs yourself, contact a specialized service.

The choice of such a company should be taken seriously. It is noteworthy that all the drugs used by these services are mainly insecticides. Products must be certified and also be low-risk substances belonging to group 4.

More modern companies can offer their clients the elimination of errors using a UMO generator. This device can significantly reduce the amount of insecticide used. This is achieved through a more uniform fog. It should be noted that the effectiveness and duration of the result depends on the correct implementation of the procedure.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Expert opinion

Svetlana Podgornaya

Hairdresser-makeup artist

Does dichlorvos help against chicken lice?

The term “chicken lice” unites more than two thousand insects that parasitize birds - called in the language of science mallophages or down-eaters. Like head lice in humans, mallophages cause a lot of discomfort to birds and cause a disease called mallophagosis.

To combat such parasites, there are special veterinarian-approved products. Since a bird is a living creature capable of breathing and feeling, the consequences of using aerosols such as dichlorvos for it will be the same as for people. Given the small size of the animal, and therefore the body’s lower resistance, the drug may be too toxic and lead to death.

Is it possible to poison lice with dichlorvos for a child?

No. Use for the treatment of head lice in children is a direct contraindication to the use of dichlorvos.

Is it possible to kill linen lice using dichlorvos?

Perhaps dichlorvos is best suited for this purpose. The product effectively fights parasites, and disinfected items can be ventilated and will not cause harm to health.

There are several ways to treat laundry with dichlorvos:

spray the product into plastic bags , put things in them and tie them tightly;
treat a wardrobe attacked by lice with dichlorvos , close it, and seal the cracks with paper tape;
hang things outside and spray them generously with aerosol . This is the least effective, but the safest method, because... the likelihood of inhaling toxic substances is minimized.

ATTENTION! Dichlorvos is used to treat places where parasites accumulate: seams, fabric hems, pockets.

Thus, the use of dichlorvos in the fight against lice is possible and even justified to some extent if pharmaceutical products are not available . But given the high toxicity of the drug, it is necessary to follow safety rules, use personal protective equipment, and in case of poisoning, consult a doctor.

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What are the signs of poisoning?

When using Dichlorvos, there is a danger of its penetration into the respiratory tract or gastrointestinal tract, as well as onto the skin.

Poisoning upon contact with skin manifests itself as:

burning;
itching;
severe allergies;
tingling;
swelling.

Dichlorvos can cause severe burning and itching. If a person inhaled vapors or the drug entered the digestive system, then a negative reaction of the body is indicated by:

headache;
itching in the face;
increased body temperature;
dizziness;
cough.

When the product gets into the eyes, conjunctivitis may appear, so they are washed immediately. In case of poisoning, you need to induce vomiting, take an adsorbent and an hour later - a laxative.

In order for toxins to finally leave the body, you need to drink a lot of liquid.

Side effects

Neglecting the recommended rules when using Dichlorvos can lead to allergic reactions of the skin or even poisoning of the body as a whole. The procedure should be stopped if the following symptoms appear:

an undesirable reaction on the scalp (or face) looks like the appearance of rashes in the form of red spots or swelling, sometimes burns are possible.
signs of Dichlorvos poisoning also include itching, burning, tingling or numbness of the skin.

Undesirable side effects of this drug may occur through inhalation or direct exposure to the throat and stomach during nebulization. In this case, the following are observed:

reaction in the form of cough;
dizziness, spasm of blood vessels in the head;
a sharp rise in temperature is possible.

Important! Particular attention should be paid to eye protection. If, however, Dichlorvos gets ingested during the procedure, you should immediately take action: rinse thoroughly with water. Otherwise, it may lead to the development of conjunctivitis.

If the drug gets into the respiratory system and gastrointestinal tract , it is recommended to begin removing toxins from the body without wasting time. To do this you need:

perform gastric lavage or induce vomiting;
take an adsorbent drug (for example, activated carbon);
After some time, you can use a laxative.
Throughout this period, it is recommended to drink plenty of fluids, preferably clean water.

All these measures are aimed at intoxicating the body, so it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the possible consequences in advance and stock up on the necessary medications.

Providing first aid for contact with eyes and skin

Unfortunately, cases of Dichlorvos getting into the eyes are not uncommon. If this happens, then it is necessary to wash the eyes with running water for half an hour without any hygiene products, including soap. After this, apply a tight sterile bandage and refer the victim to an ophthalmologist.

Poisoning through the skin is difficult to eliminate because the substance quickly penetrates the epithelium. In case of damage, the following recommendations should be followed:

First of all, it is necessary to wash the affected areas using a weak soda solution, after which a sterile bandage is applied.
If the victim is conscious, then he needs to rinse his stomach twice.
Next, two tablets of activated carbon are taken for every ten kilograms of the victim’s weight.
An ambulance is called.

Remedies for body lice

Getting rid of body lice is not as difficult as it seems at first glance. The most effective way to do this is with the help of chemical anti-pediculosis agents. They act for several hours and are available in the form of shampoos, washing powders, aerosols, ointments, etc.

What safe products can the insecticide market offer?

In pharmacies and household chemical stores you can find various remedies for clothing insects. Most are made with permethrin, an insecticidal chemical. We will select the most effective ones based on reviews on the Internet and instructions for them:

Akromed. A product for soaking things, diluted 1:50. For 1 kg of things, 5 liters of solution is enough. Soak items for 20 minutes, then wash. The product even destroys lice eggs.
Medifox. A kilogram set of laundry requires 5 liters of a 1:99 chemical solution. Soak items for 40 minutes, then wash. Destroys both adults and eggs.
Avicin. Dilute the product in water 1:99. For 1 kg of laundry, 400 ml of solution is required. During processing, all signs of the presence of insects are destroyed.
Celandine. The product is similar to the previous one and is diluted in the same proportion. Soak items for 20 minutes, then wash.
Foresight anti-louse. A strong chemical that is diluted 1:99. Soak items in 5 liters of solution for 20 minutes. Repeat treatment after a week.

Although these chemicals are recognized as safe, do not be too lazy to wash things after treatment and dry them in the fresh air. This way you will protect yourself from poisoning and allergies.

Quick remedies for linen lice?

If you find insects at home, it is clear that you want to get rid of them as quickly as possible. But even using the most effective products, you will have to spend 1-2 hours cleaning.

To get rid of parasites as quickly as possible, use A-PAR aerosol. It is produced on the basis of esdepalletrin and destroys lice within half an hour. To do this, just spray the product on your clothes, wait 30 minutes and wash the clothes. You can process not only clothes, but also furniture.

Another good remedy is Medifox-super. The concentration of the active substance in it is 4 times higher than in simple Medifox. To prepare the emulsion, mix Medifox with water in a ratio of 1:99 and soak the items for 15 minutes, then wash.

If you carry out the procedures correctly, you can get rid of insects in 1 day.

Will Dichlorvos help get rid of linen lice, and is it safe?

The first remedy that most users remember when they discover body lice is Dichlorvos. It is universal against various types of insects, strong and effective.

But can it be used when it comes to processing bed linen and clothing? In general, Dichlorvos can cope with parasites. It penetrates the respiratory tract of parasites and through their shells, causing a nerve paralytic effect. True, the product does not act on nits, and after a couple of weeks the treatment of things will have to be repeated.

If you decide to treat things with Dichlorvos, check if you are allergic to the chemical and take precautions. The whole procedure will look like this:

Wear rubber seals and safety glasses, and make sure there is no food nearby.
Take large plastic bags and put things in them.
Spray the bags into bags and tie them tightly.
Leave things for several hours.
Wash items in a washing machine with powder and dry them outside or in a well-ventilated area.

Treatment with Dichlorvos can be carried out outdoors or by laying things out in the room.

Will anti-pediculosis medications help against bed lice?

Many people who have encountered linen lice try to fight them with remedies for head parasites. One of my friends seriously thought that she could get rid of clothes insects with shampoo.

Of course, she didn't succeed. There is a special category of aerosols and washing powders for processing laundry. They act much more strongly and are not intended for contact with the body. If body lice are infested, do not be too lazy to contact a pharmacy or sanitary and epidemiological station for special medications.

User reviews

Angelina, 33 years old, Stavropol: “After a week-long vacation at the sea, I discovered lice and nits. No pharmaceutical medicines helped, so I decided to use Dichlorvos. I carried out everything according to the instructions, preparing all the necessary items for protection. In 2 procedures I got rid of the problem. The only thing I didn’t like was the smell, which is hard to wash off.”

Karina, 45 years old, Murmansk: “My daughter got lice from someone and treated her with Dichlorvos without advice. As a result, I developed a severe facial skin allergy. I treated her for a long time. I don’t recommend it.”

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Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages:

The undeniable advantages of Dichlorvos undoubtedly include its price and the ability to purchase it in almost any store;
high lethality. True, in order to take full advantage of it, you must strictly follow the instructions for use. Otherwise, this dignity may turn against you.

Flaws:

high toxicity for parasites is also dangerous for humans. Even if all precautions are taken, the danger of an allergic reaction or poisoning still remains;
lengthy preparation for the procedure, as well as subsequent events, make the use of this drug uncomfortable;
the need for restorative therapy for hair negates the low cost of this method;
dichlorvos is effective only against lice and their larvae. The chitinous shells of nits prevent the penetration of the active substances of this drug, and some of them may not die. There cannot be complete confidence in the destruction of all parasites immediately after completion of the procedure. Therefore, subsequent thorough combing is required, which must be done repeatedly over several days;
The presence of other alternative drugs on the market also does not speak in favor of this drug.

Now all that remains is to decide for yourself: to use Dichlorvos or not to kill head lice? The answer is obvious. The use of Dichlorvos is justified only in one, not very common case: a severe infection has occurred, there is a threat of it appearing in other people and there is no opportunity to purchase another, safer drug!

Effective remedies against lice and nits in humans:

composition, release form of the drug against lice and nits Permethrin;
tablets for the treatment of head lice;
lice ointments (Benzyl benzoate, Nix);
anti-pediculosis shampoos (Paranit, Hygia, Nit Free);
sprays and lotions for lice (Para Plus, Nyuda, Pedikulen Ultra).

Treatment Options

If dichlorvos poisoning has occurred, there is no need for treatment as such. You just need to remove the drug from the affected areas or stop its effects. Taking medications is necessary in the presence of allergic reactions. In case of poisoning of children under one year of age, seeking medical advice is essential. In case of severe poisoning, strengthening injections are prescribed that can relieve feelings of nausea and cramps.

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Application against linen lice

Treatment of clothes, furniture and carpets with Dichlorvos
It is possible to use Dichlorvos against linen lice to treat clothes, furniture or carpets with high efficiency, because the risk of poisoning is small. When handling things, you need to ensure personal protective measures: put on rubber gloves on your hands and a respirator to protect the respiratory system.

To destroy linen lice, items should be sprayed with Dichlorvos and placed in bags for 15-20 minutes. Then everything must be thoroughly ventilated and washed in hot water.