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Learn about Spinosad, the prescription shampoo that treats head lice.

What it is, how it works, and how to get it. Here is everything you need to know in a couple of minutes.

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What is Spinosad?

A prescription head lice medicine, FDA-approved for adults and children 6 months and older. One 10-minute application, no nit combing required for most patients.

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    10 Minutes and Done

    Single application, no nit combing required.

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    6 months and older

    FDA-approved for children as young as 6 months.

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    Lice and eggs

    Eliminates both in a single step.

  • Easy and Effective

    Over 98% of U.S. lice resist pharmacy aisle products; no documented resistance to spinosad.

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Lice-free at Day 14

86.7%

Spinosad

vs.

42.9%

Permethrin 1%

In head-to-head clinical studies, Spinosad was twice as effective as permethrin 1%, the active ingredient in Nix®.
Common questions (FAQ)
  • Do I need a prescription?

    Yes. Spinosad requires a prescription. You can ask your doctor, or get prescribed online now.

  • Does it require nit combing?

    No. Most other head lice treatments require nit combing. Spinosad does not, which makes it the quick and easy option.

  • Is it safe for children?

    Spinosad is FDA-approved for children 6 months and older. It only targets the bugs, not the body, and the active ingredient is not absorbed into your skin.

  • Does it kill the eggs (nits)?

    Yes. Spinosad eliminates both adult head lice and their eggs in a single step.

  • Will insurance cover it?

    Spinosad is covered by major insurance plans. You will see your exact cost before you commit.

  • What if OTC treatments didn't work?

    Over-the-counter pharmacy-aisle products are typically ineffective against today's resistant lice. Spinosad can be used even after other treatments fail.

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Quick and easy, prescribed online for same day pharmacy pickup or home delivery.

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Answer a few questions.

A quick online eligibility check, about 2 minutes.

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Major insurance plans accepted. You see your copay before you commit.

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A licensed clinician reviews and prescribes.

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4.8 / 5 average user rating on WebMD
"We tried Nix three times. We tried RID. Nothing worked. One application of Spinosad and the lice were gone."

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References

  1. Gellatly KJ, Krim S, Palenchar DJ, et al. Expansion of the knockdown resistance frequency map for human head lice (phthiraptera: pediculidae) in the United States using quantitative sequencing. Journal of Medical Entomology, 2016:1-7.
  2. Spinosad prescribing information. Cipher Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  3. Stough D, Shellabarger S, Quiring J, Gabrielsen AA. Efficacy and safety of spinosad and permethrin creme rinses for pediculosis capitis (head lice). Pediatrics. 2009;124(3):e389-e395. doi:10.1542/peds.2008-3762.
  4. Data on file, Cipher Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  5. Data provided by MMIT. July 2024.
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