Sciele Pharma, Inc. Announces Availability of Ulesfia (Benzyl Alcohol Lotion 5%), First Prescription Non-Neurotoxic Head Lice Treatment

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sciele Pharma, Inc., a Shionogi Company, today announced the availability of Ulesfia (Benzyl Alcohol Lotion 5%), the first and only prescription medication that kills head lice by asphyxiation without potential neurotoxic side effects. Approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Ulesfia is indicated for the topical treatment of head lice infestation in patients 6 months of age and older. Ulesfia is available now by prescription nationwide in time for peak head lice season.