It is unlikely that there will be at least one person who is not familiar with such a disease as pediculosis. And although it is very unpleasant, it occurs quite often, especially when it comes to children. Children are the main carriers of the disease, but adults are not immune from infection, regardless of their social status.
Both dermatologist and pediatrician can diagnose pediculosis and prescribe treatment. Therapy includes the treatment of the hair with a special tool. Network pharmacies provide them in abundance - these are shampoos, lotions and sprays from lice and nits. This article will tell you which of the drugs for the treatment of pediculosis are the most effective, what they contain and how to use them. 
What is pediculosis?
Lice disease is caused by parasites - lice. These are very small insects without wings, they multiply on the hairy parts of the body and feed on human blood. There are several types of these parasites, and they live on different parts of the body.
The most common type of disease is head lice. Most often, insects live on the scalp, but with a large accumulation they can move to the eyebrows, mustache and beard. The paws of insects are designed in such a way that they can easily move only through the hair, which is why they are not found on other parts of the body.
The life span of an adult parasite is a little over a month. Every day throughout its life, the female lays several eggs - nits, she attaches them to the hair shaft with a special adhesive. If treatment is not started, larvae appear from the nits after 5-7 days, which immediately begin to eat human blood. When the third molt is left behind, the insects are considered adults.
There is a misconception that lice appear only in a dirty environment, but very often pediculosis is diagnosed in successful and clean families. You can get lice with close contact, since lice are very jumping and can jump from person to person. Also, infection occurs through personal items - a comb or towel. Pediculosis is treated in one day, since there are special drugs for this. You can prevent the development of the disease with the help of preventive measures - this is a systematic treatment of the hairline.
Pediculosis medications
The choice of means to eliminate lice is very diverse. It includes folk remedies - vinegar water, hair spray and so on. But most people prefer to use pharmacy drugs, which in a short period of time help get rid of parasites. 
Among the anti-pedicular agents, the most popular sprays are from lice and nits. They are very convenient to use. Consider the most popular of them:
- Pediculen Ultra
- "Paranit."
- "Couple Plus."
Pediculen Ultra
It is a series of products designed to treat pediculosis. These drugs are made in Russia, they can be purchased at the city pharmacy. The series consists of shampoo, lotion, spray, scallop and magnifier. This is a disinfectant, its effect is aimed at the destruction of parasites, their eggs and larvae.
The structure of "Pediculen Ultra" includes:
- aniseed oil;
- demineralized water;
- capric acid;
- isopropyl alcohol.
It is anise oil that is the main active component of the product. Its aroma not only repels parasites, but also has a nerve-paralytic property. The substances that make up the drug penetrate the insect's chitin cover and paralyze its airways. Thanks to this action, this spray for the prevention of pediculosis in children has become very popular. It can be used by adults and children from 5 years. Available in bottles with a spray nozzle of 150 ml.
Pediculen Ultra Spray is very easy to use. Before use, the hair should be combed very well and divided into strands. Moisten each strand with plenty of water and spray on them. Massage the treated hair with your hands when a thick white foam appears, you can cover your head with a plastic cap and leave for 10 minutes. After this time, rinse the spray under a stream of warm running water, then wash your hair with shampoo. When the product is washed off, it is necessary to use the frequent comb, which is included in the package. You need to carefully comb out all the dead parasites and their eggs. 
Contraindications
Means are contraindicated:
- children under 5 years old;
- pregnant and lactating women;
- patients suffering from skin diseases in the area of hair;
- patients with individual intolerance.
Typically, the drug is transferred without complications, only in rare cases, the following side effects may occur:
- redness of the skin at the site of application of the product;
- itching and burning;
- rash.
If similar symptoms occur, treatment with this drug should be abandoned.
Spray from lice and nits "Paranit"
The line of pediculosis remedies “Paranit” was produced by the Belgian company “Omega Pharma”. The company has established itself as a manufacturer of drugs containing no substances that cause negative consequences. The line of funds includes:
- shampoo;
- spray;
- lotion;
- repellent.
Spray “Paranit” neutralizes and destroys parasites, their larvae and eggs after the first use. It is available in 100 ml bottles, equipped with a spray nozzle, which makes it very convenient to use. The kit includes a comb, which helps to remove all dead parasites after treatment.
The composition of the spray "Paranit" includes:
- dimethicone;
- Isopar mineral oil.
The drug is a liquid oily substance that does not have aroma and color, only sometimes a yellowish tinge is allowed. 
Instructions for use
The tool has passed all clinical studies that have proven its effectiveness. Instructions for the spray “Paranit” from lice and nits inform consumers about the proper use of the drug:
- Hair should be divided into strands and combed with a special comb included in the kit.
- After each combing, wipe the comb with a white cloth. Such actions will help to quickly detect live insects and their eggs.
- When each strand is carefully combed, a spray should be sprayed onto the hair, starting from the roots and ending with the tips. During processing, the bottle should be kept 10 cm from the head.
- Then, with light massage movements, distribute the product along the entire length of the hair and scalp.
- Keep the solution on your head for 10-15 minutes, then wash your hair with running water and shampoo.
Since the spray of lice and nits “Paranit” includes mineral oil, it is poorly washed off the hair, so you need to carry out the washing procedure several times. Wet hair again divided into strands and comb out of them dead insects.
Contraindications
There are no insecticides in the composition, which makes this pediculosis spray for children completely safe. But still, like any drug, it has contraindications. First of all, they relate to people suffering from individual intolerance. The rash application of the Paranit spray can provoke various allergic manifestations.
Another contraindication is children under 3 years of age, pregnancy and the period of breastfeeding. People who have scalp diseases should also refrain from using this drug.
The drug "Couple Plus"
The pediculosis medicine was also developed by the pharmaceutical company Omega Pharma. Available as a spray in bottles with a spray nozzle of 116 ml. “Para Plus” spray is a remedy for pediculosis, but it is also effective in destroying linen and body lice.
The spray is a colorless oily liquid with a weak characteristic aroma. Despite the oily consistency, the drug is easily washed off the hair. It contains three active components that have a different effect on lice, in the aggregate it is characterized by exceptional properties. 
1. Malathion, also called malathion. It has the ability to eliminate not only adults, but also their eggs, which, as you know, have a strong resistance to the effects of similar drugs.
2. Permethrin. This insecticide is part of most lice control products, since it has a nerve-paralytic effect.
3. Piperonyl butoxide. This substance has a unique quality, neutralizes insects, just getting on the chitinous cover.
Such a composition is extremely harmful to insects and safe for humans, so it can be used from 2.5 years.
When applied to the hair, the drug begins to work from several sides:
- paralyzes insects;
- enters the digestive tract, thereby destroying the protection of parasites;
- upon contact with the chitin cover inhibits their motor activity;
- exterminates lice eggs.
Instructions for use
The “Plus Plus” spray lice and nits spray kit includes instructions containing detailed information about using the product. The drug is applied to dry hair, before treatment, they must be thoroughly combed, and then follow these rules:
- apply a spray over the entire length of the hair from roots to ends, massage the head so that the product is evenly distributed;
- cover your head with polyethylene and hold for 10 minutes;
- rinse the spray off the head with warm running water with any shampoo;
- Wet wet hair into strands and remove dead insects and their eggs with a comb with frequent teeth.
How much preparation is needed for processing depends on how long and thick the hair is. 
Contraindications and side effects
Although the preparation contains no toxins and is safe for humans, it can sometimes cause irritation, especially if it gets on the mucous membranes, in this case the following symptoms appear:
- itchy skin;
- tingling;
- redness.
The tool has limitations in use. It is prohibited:
- children under 2.5 years old;
- persons suffering from bronchial asthma;
- people prone to allergies.
There are no data on the effect of the drug on the fetus during pregnancy, so it is better to refrain from using it during this period.
Precautions
Eggs of parasites have a high resistance to the action of the drug, so it is recommended to re-treat one week after the first course. In order to prevent treatment, all family members must undergo treatment, so the sooner this is done, the less likely there will be an infection.
Treatment with lice and nits for adults and children should be carried out with rubber gloves in a well-ventilated area. If the substance enters the eyes or other mucous membranes, they should be washed well with water. 
Cost
You can buy any of the drugs in the pharmacies of the city. “Para Plus” costs from 350 rubles, “Paranit” - from 400 rubles, and “Pediculen Ultra” from 450 to 550 rubles. Fluctuations in value are possible, it depends on the region of the country.
Reviews
There are a lot of remedies for pediculosis, as well as many consumer reviews. The drug "Para Plus" was awarded only positive opinions, which can be used to judge its effectiveness. The only negative, according to patients, is the lack of a special comb for combing out.
Pediculen Ultra and Paranit have also earned their portion of praise. People who with their help got rid of parasites testify to the ease of use and effectiveness of these funds. In some cases, it was necessary to carry out the treatment twice, since after the first application it was not possible to completely destroy all the nits, but the final result was always pleasing - the pediculosis was completely cured.