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Safety and Tolerability of a Novel Malathion Formulation in Infants and Toddlers With Head Lice

Phase 2
Terminated
Conditions
Lice Infestations
Interventions
Drug: MALG
Registration Number
NCT00291057
Lead Sponsor
Taro Pharmaceuticals USA
Brief Summary

In a previous phase II study, the safety and efficacy of a novel formulation of malathion 0.5% was evaluated in patients 2 years of age and older. Based on the results of that study, this formulation is currently in a phase III study for that population.

The current study will use blood markers and clinical evaluations to determine the safety and tolerability of this formulation when used in children 6-24 months of age.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
TERMINATED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
30
Inclusion Criteria
  • Confirmed active head lice infestation
  • Parent or guardian must be able to apply treatment
Exclusion Criteria
  • Allergy to pediculicides or hair care products
  • Scalp conditions other than head lice
  • Previous head lice treatment within the past 4 weeks
  • Current antibiotic treatment

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
SINGLE_GROUP
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
1MALGMALG
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Change in cholinesterase level1 day
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Clinical evidence of cholinesterase inhibition1 day
Local tolerability1 day
Cure of head lice 14 days after last treatment2 weeks

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Investigator Site

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Miamiville, Ohio, United States

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