Xeglyze

You can shampoo your hair any time after your Xeglyze (abametapir) treatment.

Typically, only one treatment with Xeglyze (abametapir) is enough to kill the lice and their eggs. In addition to using the medication, make sure to also dry-clean or wash all of your recently worn clothing, hats, used bedding and towels with hot water. Your personal care items like combs, brushes, and hair clips should be washed with hot water as well. After your treatment, you can use a fine-tooth comb or special nit comb to remove the dead lice and their eggs. Speak with your provider for an alternative treatments if you still have lice after using Xeglyze (abametapir).

The most common side effects of Xeglyze (abametapir) include redness of the skin or scalp, rash, burning feeling, skin irritation, vomiting, eye irritation, and changes in your hair color.

Xeglyze (abametapir) can only be used in children at least 6 months old. This is because Xeglyze (abametapir) contains benzyl alcohol, which can cause breathing problems or even death in newborns or premature infants. Xeglyze (abametapir) should be used with caution in children 6 months and older. Though the risk is much lower, there's still a chance that this medication can cause breathing problems. Also, all children using Xeglyze (abametapir) should be supervised by an adult to prevent the medication from being accidentally swallowed. Swallowing this medication can lead to serious side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, or even coma and death. If you or your child accidentally swallows this medication, call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.