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No person can be immune from the problem of head lice. The cause of head lice can be staying close to an infected person in public places, public transport, kindergartens, and schools. Veda and Veda-2 shampoos have been developed to remove lice and nits.
Composition and properties
The active ingredient in the shampoo is permethrin, an insecticide and acaricide used for therapeutic purposes. The active component has a negative effect on the sodium channels of the membranes of nerve cells of parasites, leading to paralysis and subsequent death. The permethrin content in Veda is 0.4%, in Veda -2 – 0.5%. This is the difference between a medical product. Additional substances in shampoos are emollients.
Veda and Veda-2 are domestically produced antiparasitic drugs that have an insecticidal and anti-pediculosis effect. Used to combat lice and nits. The drug is prescribed to adults and children over 5 years of age.
Reference! The drugs are not toxic to humans, do not develop addiction to the active substance, and do not damage the skin.
Basic information
The main difference between these shampoos is the concentration of permethrin in their composition. In Veda, permethrin is 0.4%, and in Veda 2 - 0.5%. Both contain additional softening components, due to which they have a gentle effect, do not damage the hair and do not dry out the scalp.
Using these shampoos you can achieve an insecticidal and anti-pediculosis effect. Their action is to disrupt the permeability of Na + channels in the membranes of nerve cells of parasites by the active substance, and the polarization procedure is blocked. Due to this, a paralyzing result is achieved and the insect dies.
The drugs help get rid of nits, larvae and adult lice, fleas, ticks and all other arthropod pests in the head or pubic area.
If you apply shampoo once to the affected area of the skin, the result will last from 2 to 6 weeks. For scabies, it is enough to carry out one procedure of applying the drug.
We recommend reading: symptoms of lice or how to understand that you have lice.
Attention! Due to their low toxicity, these shampoos do not cause any harm to the human body. If you follow the instructions, then after using it there will be no skin-resorptive, sensitizing or local irritating effects.
Efficiency in the treatment of pediculosis
The advantage of the drugs is their high efficiency in the fight against parasites. The death of lice begins 30 minutes from the start of treatment. Shampoo Veda-2 is effectively used to destroy linen and pubic lice, as well as other ectoparasites. Destroys parasites at all stages of development - from nits (eggs) to sexually mature individuals. The drugs have a long period of action . The effect of a single use of the product lasts for 45 days.
Both types of shampoo are low-toxic and therefore safe to use.
Pharmachologic effect:
Antiparasitic agent, has anti-pediculosis, insecticidal effect. It disrupts the permeability of Na+ channels in the membranes of insect nerve cells, inhibits the process of polarization (repolarization) of the nerve cell, which leads to a paralyzing effect. Effective against nits, larvae and mature individuals of head and pubic lice, fleas, mites (including scabies) and other ectoparasites of the arthropod family. With a single treatment of surfaces affected by lice, the effect lasts from 2-3 weeks to 6 weeks (depending on the dosage form used). As an anti-scabies drug, it is effective after a single procedure.
Low toxicity for humans and when applied to the skin in recommended doses and concentrations, it does not have a skin-resorptive, locally irritating or sensitizing effect.
What is the difference between Veda shampoo and Veda-2?
Veda differs from Veda-2 in the percentage content of the main active ingredient – permethrin. Its content in Veda is 0.4%, and in Veda -2 the concentration of permethrin is 0.5%. Therefore, Veda -2 has a stronger effect. In addition, softening components have been added to the composition of the Veda-2 medical product.
Instructions for use
The drug is intended strictly for external use. The amount of shampoo used for each treatment ranges from 10 to 50 ml and depends on the number of insects parasitizing on the hair, the length and structure of the hair.
When using the drug, you must follow the instructions:
- First, wash your hair with cosmetic shampoo , dry your hair a little and comb it gently.
- Apply the liquid to a cotton pad and massage thoroughly into the scalp , moving the hair strands apart to do this.
- Beat the medicinal product with your fingers until a rich foam forms , apply it evenly over the entire length of the hair.
- Wrap the oiled hair in a plastic bag and leave for at least 10 minutes . For best results, do not wash off the product for 25-40 minutes. If skin burning occurs, the drug is immediately washed off with water.
- After the waiting time specified by the manufacturer has expired, the hair is washed with warm running water.
- Wet hair is additionally rinsed with a vinegar solution. To do this, mix 1 part table vinegar and 2 parts warm water.
- The vinegar solution applied to the hair is kept for 10 minutes . This procedure is necessary so that the acidic solution acts on the adhesive mass, with the help of which the remaining nits are attached to the hair and scalp.
- Carefully comb the strands with a fine-toothed comb to remove dead hair and wash your hair again with cosmetic shampoo.
Repeated treatment is carried out no earlier than 8-10 days. During this period, nits that survive the first treatment may produce larvae. The third treatment is carried out at the same interval. If after the treatments the lice or nits do not disappear, the doctor will prescribe another drug.
If the treatment is successful and the parasites are completely destroyed, recurrent pediculosis will not appear within 45 days.
Attention! Dead nits must be carefully removed from the hair with a thick comb or by hand, as they are firmly attached to the hair with the help of a sticky enzyme.
Precautionary measures
To prevent the occurrence of negative reactions when treating with Veda shampoos, doctors recommend adhering to certain rules: since the insecticidal medical composition has a specific odor, it is advisable to carry out the treatment in a well-ventilated area. Make sure that the drug does not get on the mucous membranes . To protect them, use a layer of gauze or a cotton swab. If, nevertheless, the drug gets on the mucous membrane, it is immediately thoroughly washed with running water.
Shampoo Veda 2, instructions for use (Method and dosage)
Veda 2 shampoo is applied to the affected areas of the skin using a cotton swab and thoroughly rubbed into the hair roots. The consumption rate per treatment depends on the length and thickness of the hair and varies from 10 to 60 ml. After the process is completed, the head is covered with a scarf and after exposure for 30-40 minutes, the drug is washed off the hair with warm water and shampoo. After washing, you need to comb your hair with a fine comb to remove dead insects.
After a week, if live lice are found, it is recommended to re-treat. For pubic lice, apply the drug to the hairy parts of the body and rub into the skin with light movements. After 10 minutes of exposure, rinse with warm water. When carrying out treatment, it is necessary to take precautions - do not allow shampoo to get into the eyes, mouth, nose and external genitalia. Work indoors with good ventilation or outdoors.
Contraindications and side effects
Contraindications to the use of the medicinal drug are: hypersensitivity to the active ingredients of medical shampoo; inflammatory processes of the scalp in the acute stage. The medication is also not prescribed to women during lactation and pregnancy.
When using the drug in recommended doses, no side effects occur . However, in some cases, the medical product causes allergic reactions in the form of swelling and skin rashes. When using Veda, temporary burning of the skin, increased itching, impaired skin sensitivity (paresthesia) and erythematous rash may occur.
Contraindications for use
Under what conditions is it not recommended to use the drug "Veda-2" (pediculicidal shampoo)? Reviews from experts report that the following conditions are contraindications to the use of this product:
- hypersensitivity to medication substances;
- acute inflammatory diseases of the scalp.
It should also be noted that this medication is not recommended for use by women during breastfeeding and pregnancy.
Which shampoo is better to choose Veda or Veda-2?
Shampoo Veda today is an old generation product. It has been improved with additional components - components that have a softening effect on the skin. The remedy Veda-2 has a more gentle effect on the skin.
Which shampoo is better - Veda or Veda-2?
VedaVeda-2
Action
It disrupts the permeability of Na+ channels in the membranes of insect nerve cells, inhibits the process of polarization (repolarization) of the nerve cell, which leads to a paralyzing effect. Effective against nits, larvae and mature individuals of head and pubic lice, fleas, mites (including scabies) and other ectoparasites of the arthropod family.
With a single treatment of surfaces affected by lice, the effect lasts from 2-3 weeks to 6 weeks (depending on the dosage form used). As an anti-scabies drug it is effective after a single procedure.
Low toxicity for humans and when applied to the skin in recommended doses and concentrations, it does not have a skin-resorptive, locally irritating or sensitizing effect.
Price
Price on apteka.ru
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The average cost of Veda shampoo is 160-180 rubles, Veda -2 shampoo is 200-220 rubles.
Other forms of release
The drug is also available in the form of a cream. In case of manifestations of scabies, 5% cream is carefully rubbed in circular massaging movements into the skin from head to toes; For children, the scalp, temples and forehead are treated. 10-14 hours after treatment, the cream is washed off with water. If the itching does not go away after treatment, the treatment is repeated after 2 weeks.
The product is also sold in the form of a solution. A container containing 24 ml of medicinal product is intended for a three-day course of treatment. For ease of use, the container is marked. For one-time use, 1/3 of the composition (8 ml) is diluted with 100 ml of warm water. The freshly prepared solution is rubbed into the affected skin once a day.
Special recommendations for external use
When using the drug, it is recommended to avoid contact with the mucous membranes of the eyes, sinuses, mouth and external genitalia, which should be protected with a cotton swab or a layer of gauze to prevent contact with the drug. If the drug accidentally gets on the mucous membranes, rinse them immediately with clean water.
Important! It is not recommended to use insecticidal shampoo for various dermatological diseases of the skin and for increased sensitivity to the active ingredients of the shampoo on the part of the respiratory system.
Pregnancy and lactation
The medicinal insecticidal composition is not recommended for use by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. In case of urgent need, the drug is used only with the permission of the attending physician and under his strict supervision. The doctor assesses the possible risk to the child and gives permission to use the medicine.
At what age can it be used for children?
Doctors do not recommend using Veda anti-pediculosis shampoos before the age of 5. After reaching 5 years of age, the doctor prescribes the necessary treatment regimen for the child.
Use in the elderly
In older people, the skin becomes less elastic and more sensitive to various irritants over the years. Therefore, insecticidal shampoo should be used with extreme caution and kept for a shorter amount of time. If unpleasant sensations appear, you should immediately wash it off with plenty of water and, after consulting with your doctor, switch to another remedy.
Use for liver and kidney dysfunction
In case of severe impairment of liver and kidney function, Veda insecticidal preparations are recommended to be used only with the permission of the attending physician , who will adjust the dose and exposure time, and then, if necessary, monitor liver and kidney function by prescribing the necessary tests.
Analogs
Analogues available in pharmacies:
- Nittifor;
- Nix;
- Hygia;
- Para Plus;
- Medifox;
- Parasidosis;
- Paranit.
Reviews
Elena, Saratov: “A six-year-old daughter brought this unpleasant problem into the house from kindergarten. I didn't notice anything right away. The child complained that his head was itching. I just washed her hair with baby shampoo. In the morning, when I was getting my daughter ready for kindergarten, I was braiding her hair and noticed something running across her scalp. I got scared and instead of kindergarten we went to the hospital. The doctor prescribed Veda-2 shampoo for no more than 10 minutes. We got rid of the problem, but now I carefully check her hair regularly.”
Olga, Rostov-on-Don: “A ten-year-old son returned from a pioneer camp with a head infested with lice. There were noticeable nits on the hair. I had to see a doctor. They were treated with the insecticidal agent Veda-2. I had to undergo three courses of treatment, since some of the nits survived the first time. The third course was more for prevention. But my husband also had to undergo treatment, since my son’s problem was discovered only in the evening after he returned from the children’s camp, and my husband managed to use his comb. After the third course of treatment, my son’s lice and nits disappeared completely.”
Marina, Moscow: “A child at school became infected with lice; as it turned out, four other children also had lice. At the pharmacy, the pharmacist recommended Veda shampoo. After the first use of the product, I combed out the nits with a thick comb and removed them with my hands. The treatment was repeated after 8 days, there were already fewer nits. After the third time they were no longer visible. I think this product is effective.”
Review source: otzovik.com
Reviews for shampoo Veda 2
Among patients, reviews of Veda 2 pediculicidal shampoo vary significantly from very negative to positive.
- “...The children, after a holiday in the village, returned home with lice and constant itching of the scalp. During the inspection, nits were also found. We bought Veda 2 shampoo and treated the head as indicated in the instructions. They didn’t wait a week and after 2 days they re-treated it and combed the hair well. The effect is obvious. It’s a good product, I recommend it to anyone who has encountered this problem.”
- “...Pure scam. I picked up lice somewhere, and the pharmacy advised me to buy Veda 2 anti-lice shampoo. In the evening I carried out the full procedure, followed by combing, and sat there for an hour, and in the morning all the lice were alive, healthy and not even coughing. Don’t buy this drug, it’s a waste of money!”
According to experts, the drug is quite effective and solves the problem for most patients. Lack of results is usually due to violation of instructions. If the drug is poorly effective in individual cases, it should be replaced with another medicine.
