Elimax Green Lotion vs Walgreens Shampoo for Head Lice

Age: Any Age

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Oystershell NV

Must not be taking: Antibiotics, Topical medications

Disqualifiers: Skin allergies, Chronic scalp disorder, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 1

Duration: 10 days

86 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial compares the effectiveness and safety of Elimax Green Lotion, Emogreen, and Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo for treating head lice. Participants must have a confirmed head lice infestation with at least five live lice or nits visible on their scalp or hair. The trial will assess the effectiveness of each treatment and record any skin or eye irritation or side effects. Ideal candidates are healthy individuals who agree to follow specific hair care instructions and attend follow-ups. As an unphased trial, this study provides participants the chance to contribute to valuable research on effective head lice treatments.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial requires that you do not use any head lice treatments or topical medications on your hair or scalp for 14 days before the screening visit. Additionally, you cannot use any systemic or topical drugs that might interfere with the study results, as determined by the study staff.

Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?

Research has shown that Elimax Green Lotion is safe for most people. One study found no side effects from using this treatment, indicating it is generally well-tolerated.

Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo, a common over-the-counter product, is usually safe to use. However, like many shampoos, it may cause mild skin or eye irritation in some individuals.

Both treatments seem safe for most people, but it's important to inform the trial team of any reactions. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?

Elimax Green Lotion is unique because it contains Emogreen, an innovative ingredient that sets it apart from traditional lice treatments like over-the-counter shampoos. While most lice treatments rely on chemical pesticides to kill lice, Emogreen offers a potentially gentler, more natural approach. Researchers are excited about Elimax Green Lotion because it promises to be effective without the harsh chemicals, making it a potentially safer option for children and those with sensitive skin.

What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for head lice?

This trial will compare the effectiveness of Elimax Green Lotion with Emogreen and Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo for treating head lice. Studies have shown that Elimax Green Lotion with Emogreen effectively suffocates head lice, preventing them from breeding and spreading. Lab tests have demonstrated its ability to eliminate lice effectively. Meanwhile, Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo, another treatment option in this trial, is a well-known treatment that kills lice on contact. Both treatments aim to clear lice from the scalp, but Elimax Green Lotion may offer an alternative by using a different method to combat the infestation. ^{1 2 6 7 8}

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for individuals aged 6 months and older, of any gender, who have a confirmed case of head lice. The study aims to include those directly affected by this condition.

Inclusion Criteria

Subject agrees not to cut or chemically treat their hair while participating in the study

Parent or legal guardian of a child must be willing to have other family members screened for head lice

Subject or his/her parent/legal guardian must give written informed consent after being informed about the trial

Exclusion Criteria

Hair longer than waist length

Hair that is too difficult to work with, assessed by the study staff

Known skin allergies, multiple drug allergies, or multiple allergies to cosmetic products

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

1 week

Treatment

Participants receive either Elimax Green Lotion or Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo for head lice treatment

10 days

Daily application with monitoring on days 0, 1, 7, and 10

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

2 weeks

1 visit (in-person) at the end of the follow-up period

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Elimax Green Lotion with Emogreen
• Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo

Trial Overview The study compares the effectiveness and safety of two treatments: Elimax Green Lotion with Emogreen (RID Super Max Solution) versus Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo in treating head lice.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Treatment with Elimax Green Lotion with Emogreen Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Lice treatment with Elimax Green Lotion (Emogreen)

Group II: Treatment with Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo Active Control 1 Intervention

Topical lice treatment with Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Oystershell NV

Lead Sponsor

Trials

14

Recruited

1,300+

Lice Solutions Resource Network (LSRN) Research

Collaborator

Trials

1

Recruited

100+

Citations

1. clinicaltrials.gov clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07191457

Safety and Efficacy of Head-lice Treatments Elimax Green ... The primary objective of this study is to evaluate and compare efficacy and safety of X92001752 Emogreen with Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo ( ...

2. trialx.com trialx.com/clinical-trials/listings/308403/safety-and-efficacy-of-head-lice-treatments-elimax-green-lotion-and-walgreens-lice-killing-shampoo/

Safety and Efficacy of Head-lice Treatments Elimax Green ... More specifically, the present study aims to confirm the clinical performance and safety of head lice treatment product: Elimax Green Lotion ...

3. patlynk.com patlynk.com/trial/NCT07191457

Elimax Green Lotion vs Walgreens Lice Shampoo This study is focused on comparing two treatments for head lice infestations: Elimax Green Lotion with Emogreen and the Walgreens Lice Killing Shampoo.

4. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12285546/

In Vitro Evaluation of the Efficacy of 27 French Over- ... The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of 27 different over-the-counter lice treatments available in France in 2024 for eliminating lice ...

5. ichgcp.net ichgcp.net/amp/clinical-trials-registry/554003-safety-and-efficacy-of-head-lice-treatments-elimax-green-lotion-and-walgreens-lice-killing-shampoo

Head Lice Treatment Study: Comparing Elimax Green Lotion with ... This clinical trial is designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a new head lice treatment called Elimax Green Lotion with Emogreen compared to ...

6. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4566486/

In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation of Infestation Deterrents ... In this study, two nonclinical model systems (in vitro and in vivo) were used to determine the efficacy of the infestation deterrents, Elimax lotion and Elimax ...

7. elimax.com elimax.com/faq/are-there-any-side-effects-to-elimax/

Are there any side effects to Elimax®? Lice are annoying enough. So you wouldn't want the treatment to cause any further harm. Fortunately, Elimax® has no side effects to speak of.

8. cureus.com cureus.com/articles/369803-in-vitro-evaluation-of-the-efficacy-of-27-french-over-the-counter-anti-lice-treatments

In Vitro Evaluation of the Efficacy of 27 French Over- ... Among the 27 tested products sold in pharmacies, only nine were able to kill lice, and only five of those also eliminated nits. Although these ...