Active Ingredient Malathion
Active Ingredient Details
What is Malathion?
A wide spectrum aliphatic organophosphate insecticide widely used for both domestic and commercial agricultural purposes.
What is the usage for Malathion?
This medication is used to treat head lice, tiny insects that infest and irritate your scalp. Malathion belongs to a class of drugs known as organophosphates. It works by paralyzing and killing lice and their eggs (nits).
How many products in the NDC database contain Malathion?
The NDC database has 3 products with the active ingredient Malathion. The following table lists all the products that have this active ingredient.
NDC Products with Malathion
| NDC | Proprietary Name | Non-Proprietary Name | Dosage Form | Route Name | Company Name | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51672-5293 | Proprietary Name: Ovide | Malathion | Lotion | Topical | Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc. | ACTIVE | |
| 51672-5294 | Proprietary Name: Malathion | Malathion | Lotion | Topical | Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc. | ACTIVE | |
| 68022-0001 | Proprietary Name: Malathion | Malathion | Lotion | Topical | Suven Pharmaceuticals Limited | ACTIVE |