Malathion (Topical)
Brand Names : Ovide
Precautions While Using This MedicineTo prevent
reinfection or the spreading of the infection to other people, good health
habits are also required. These include the following:
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Wash all clothing, bedding, towels, and washcloths in very hot water
or dry-clean them.
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Wash all hairbrushes and combs in very hot soapy water and do not
share them with other people.
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Clean the house or room by thorough vacuuming.
If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor.
Breathing in even small amounts of carbamate- or organophosphate-type insecticides
or pesticides (for example, carbaryl [Sevin], demeton [Systox], diazinon,
malathion, parathion, ronnel [Trolene]) may add to the effects of this medicine.
Farmers, gardeners, residents of communities undergoing insecticide or pesticide
spraying or dusting, workers in plants manufacturing such products, or other
persons exposed to such poisons should protect themselves by wearing a mask
over the nose and mouth, changing clothes frequently, and washing hands often
while using this medicine.
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