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Head Lice Treatments in Ireland

Deal with head lice quickly and effectively with our dedicated collection at Ballyduff Pharmacy. From treatment lotions and sprays to detection and removal combs, we stock trusted products to help clear head lice and their eggs. Head lice are very common, especially among school-age children, and are not a sign of poor hygiene. Always read the label and ask our pharmacist for advice. Order online for delivery anywhere in Ireland.

Head Lice Treatments

Treatment lotions, sprays and solutions are designed to clear head lice, and many work by physical rather than chemical action. Follow the instructions carefully, including any advice to repeat the treatment after a number of days to catch newly hatched lice. Our pharmacist can help you choose.

Detection & Removal Combs

Fine-tooth detection combs are used for wet or dry combing to check for and remove head lice and eggs. Regular combing can help detect lice early and is an important part of treatment and checking that it has worked.

Stopping the Spread

Because head lice spread through close head-to-head contact, it helps to check other household members and treat everyone affected at the same time. Letting your child’s school know can also help reduce spread among classmates.

Delivery Across Ireland

Order online and enjoy nationwide delivery across Ireland for just €5.95, with free delivery on orders over €70, plus free click & collect and free local delivery for local customers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Head lice can be treated with lotions, sprays or solutions, or by wet combing with a fine-tooth comb. Follow the instructions carefully, including repeating treatment after a few days if advised, to catch newly hatched lice. Checking and treating affected household members at the same time helps stop them spreading.

No — head lice are very common, particularly among school-age children, and are not related to how clean the hair or home is. They spread through close head-to-head contact. Treating promptly and checking close contacts is the best approach, and there’s no need to feel embarrassed.

Use a fine-tooth detection comb on wet or dry hair, combing from the roots to the ends section by section and checking the comb for lice or eggs. Regular checking helps catch lice early and confirm whether treatment has worked. Our pharmacist can advise on combs and technique.

Check everyone in the household, and treat those who have head lice at the same time to help stop them being passed back and forth. There’s usually no need to treat people who don’t have lice. Washing recently used bedding and hats can help, though lice don’t survive long away from the head.