treatment of head lice Flashcards

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Malathion MOA

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Topically applied organophosphate insecticide that is metabolized to malaoxon which inhibits acetylcholinesterase and causes neuronal hyper stimulation and paralysis.

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What is the only ovicidal therapy available?

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Malathion

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Malathion ADE.

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Not associated with significant topical activity.

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