FDA advisory.(Food and Drug Administration on lindane product labeling) From: American Family Physician | Date: August 15, 2003| Author: Morantz, Carrie; Torrey, Brian | COPYRIGHT 2003 American Academy of Family Physicians. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Lindane. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Public Health Advisory concerning the use of topical formulations of Lindane Lotion and Lindane Shampoo for the treatment of scabies and lice.

Labeling for Lindane products has been changed to include a boxed warning that highlights the most important safety issues associated with use of these products. The boxed warning contains information to better inform physicians and patients regarding the potential ...