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I have lice in my hair for 3 months now. I have tried medikar off and on to some effect but haven't been able to get rid of the love completely. The scalp is super itchy and hair fall rate has increased. What precautions to take and what treatment to go through?
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Use perlice 1% lotion on entire scalp. Wash after half an hour Repeat the same application after 1 week
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