At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordPhase 2Completed· 78 enrolled
Drug / intervention
ivermectin treatment conditioner +1 moredrug
Likely dose
Not stated in record
Key inclusion· 6
- ✓Age at least 6 months and weight at least 15 kg
- ✓Confirmed infestation with head lice and viable nits
- ✓Otherwise in normal state of health
- ✓Willing and able to attend all scheduled study visits
Key exclusion· 9
- ✕Treatment for head lice with over-the-counter or prescription agents within 2 weeks prior to enrollment
- ✕Eczema or other chronic conditions of the scalp and skin
- ✕Household with more than 5 infested members
- ✕History of allergy to ivermectin or ingredients in hair products (shampoos, conditioners, styling aids)
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A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Comparing the Safety and Efficacy of 3 Strengths of Ivermectin Treatment Conditioner and Placebo in Subjects With Pediculus Humanus Capitis (Head Lice) Infestation
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating ivermectin treatment conditioner and Placebo, vehicle control for Pediculus Humanus Capitis (Head Lice). Completed, enrolled 78 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This is a Phase 2 single center study designed to compare the safety, local tolerability, and efficacy of 3 strengths of ivermectin treatment conditioner to placebo.
Study Details
Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
Masking--
Primary Purpose--
ConditionsPediculus Humanus Capitis (Head Lice)
CountriesUnited States
Collaborators--
Timeline
Phase 2CompletedFinished
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Enrollment StartMar 2009
First PostedMar 2009
Primary CompletionApr 2009
TodayJul 2026
First PostedMar 9, 2009
Enrollment StartMar 1, 2009
Primary CompletionApr 1, 2009
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 1 monthPosted 17.3 years ago
Interventions
ivermectin treatment conditionerdrug
Application followed by thorough rinsing of the hair and scalp with water.
Placebo, vehicle controldrug
Application followed by thorough rinsing of the hair and scalp with water.