Benzyl alcohol lotion is a topical medication used to treat head lice. It's no longer available in the United States because it was discontinued.
| Common Brands | Ulesfia |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Antiparisitic |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Discontinued |
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Ulesfia is a topical medication applied to the head to treat lice. It's thought to kill lice by stopping them from breathing.
No, Ulesfia has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States.
It's not completely clear why this medication was discontinued, but it wasn't due to safety or effectiveness issues.
Yes, there are other topical medications that are used to treat lice that are still available, including Sklice (ivermectin) and permethrin (Nix).
