FDA pharmacologic class
Pediculicide
2 medicines are in FDA's class of pediculicides: ivermectin (Stromectol) and spinosad (Natroba). 1 of the 2 are listed from generic labelers (FDA NDC Directory, October 8, 2026). The lowest pharmacy cost is spinosad 0.9% topical suspension at $2.02 per mL (NADAC).
Which medicines are pediculicide?
| Medicine | Brand names | Generic labelers (all forms) | Pharmacy cost | Boxed warning | Shortage | Recalls since 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivermectin | Sklice, Stromectol, Soolantra | 24 labelers | $2.75 per gram 1% cream | No | A presentation being discontinued | 1 |
| Spinosad | Natroba | none listed | $2.02 per mL 0.9% topical suspension | No | No current entry | 0 |
Source: FDA Established Pharmacologic Class (NDC Directory, openFDA); CMS NADAC of October 7, 2026; FDA shortages and recalls (FDA files October 8, 2026)
What do pharmacies pay?
Each medicine's most widely listed form, per unit, in the NADAC survey: what pharmacies paid, not what a patient pays; strengths differ, so compare like with like.
Source: CMS National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) survey, October 7, 2026: what retail pharmacies paid per unit; not a counter price