They are pinhead size, oval in shape, and grayish, but they appear reddish-brown when full of blood from their host. Nits, the tiny white eggs, also are visible and usually are observed clinging to the base of pubic hair. Treatment Lotions and shampoos that kill pubic lice are available both over the counter and by prescription. Creams or lotions containing lindane, a powerful pesticide, are most frequently prescribed for the treatment of pubic lice. Pregnant women may be advised not to use this drug, and a healthcare provider's recommendations for use in infants and small children should be followed carefully.
Nits can survive even through treatment with a lotion or shampoo.
Therefore, it is important to completely follow your healthcare provider's instructions for treatment. Itching may persist even after the lice have been eradicated. This is because the skin has been irritated and needs time to heal. A soothing lotion such as calamine may offer temporary relief. Prevention Anyone an infested person has come into close contact with, including family and close friends as well as sex partners, should be treated to ensure that the lice have been eliminated.