Lindane lotion is used topically to treat scabies;lindane shampoo is used to treat head and
pubic lice. They are used in situations where treatment with other drugs has failed or cannot
be tolerated by the individual.
Summary of
Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
In some cases, an herb or supplement may appear in more than one category, which may seem
contradictory. For clarification, read the full article for details about the summarized
interactions.
May Be Beneficial:Side effect
reduction/prevention—Taking these supplements may help reduce the likelihood and/or
severity of a potential side effect caused by the medication.
Vitamin E*
Depletion or interference
None known
Supportive interaction
None known
Reduced drug
absorption/bioavailability
None known
Adverse interaction
None known
An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the
interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific
evidence.
Interactions with Dietary Supplements
Vitamin
E
Test tube studies reveal that vitamin E protects white blood cells from damage caused by
lindane.1 Lindane is known to promote the formation of tumors,2 and more
research is needed to determine whether vitamin E, when applied at the same time as lindane,
can prevent this adverse effect.
Interactions with Foods and Other Compounds
Oils
Applying oils, creams, and ointments at the same time as lindane may enhance the absorption of
the drug through the skin.3 Therefore, to avoid side effects, other drugs and
herbal formulas in cream or ointment form should be applied at other times during the day.
References (To view, roll mouse over the "References" heading; to hide, click on the heading)
1. Podstawka U, Grabarczyk M, Kopec-Szlezak J. Vitamin E protects human
leucocytes against toxic effects of lindane in vitro. Mater Med Pol
1991;23:285–9.
2. Dich J, Zahn SH, Hanberg A, Adami HO. Pesticides and cancer.
Cancer Causes Control 1997;8:420–43.
3. Sifton DW, ed. Physicians Desk Reference. Montvale, NJ:
Medical Economics Company, Inc.,2000, 504–5.
The information presented in Healthnotes is for informational purposes
only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical
experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not
necessarily occur in all individuals. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with
prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor,
practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or
before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires June 2009.
