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Always follow the recommendations appearing on the product label when using repellent.
When using repellent on a child, apply it to your own hands and then rub them on your child. Avoid children's eyes and mouth and use it sparingly around their ears.
Do not apply repellent to children's hands. (Children may tend to put their hands in their mouths.)
Do not allow young children to apply insect repellent to themselves; have an adult do it for them. Keep repellents out of reach of children.
Do not apply repellent to skin under clothing. If repellent is applied to clothing, wash treated clothing before wearing again.
Using repellents on the skin is not the only way to avoid mosquito bites. Children and adults can wear clothing with long pants and long sleeves while outdoors. DEET or other repellents such as permethrin can also be applied to clothing (don't use permethrin on skin), as mosquitoes may bite through thin fabric. Mosquito netting can be used over infant carriers. Finally, it may be possible to reduce the number of mosquitoes in the area by getting rid of containers with standing water that provide breeding places for the mosquitoes.
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How can you know which active ingredient a product contains?
Check the product label if you have questions--repellents must specify their active ingredients. In some cases you will note the chemical name in addition to/instead of the "common" name:
DEET is N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide
Picaridin is KBR 3023
The active ingredient in oil of lemon eucalyptus is p-menthane 3,8-diol (PMD)
If you have any problems locating the product label, please ask your pharmacist for assistance.
What about using sunscreens and DEET-containing bug repellants at the same time? Are there any problems wearing both?
No. Based on available research, the CDC believes it is safe to use both products at the same time. Follow the instructions on the package for proper application of each product. Apply sunscreen first, then insect repellent containing DEET, to be sure that each product works as specified.
Should I use a combination sunscreen/DEET-based insect repellent?
Because the instructions for safe use of DEET and safe use of sunscreen are different, the CDC does not recommend using
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products that combine those agents. In most situations, DEET does not need to be reapplied as frequently as sunscreen. DEET is very safe when applied correctly. The rare adverse reactions to DEET have generally occurred in situations where people do not follow the product instructions. Sunscreen often requires frequent reapplication, so using a combined product is not recommended. You do not need to reapply insect repellent every time you reapply sunscreen. Follow the instructions on the package for each product to get the best results.
*For additional information talk with your physician or pharmacist. You may also find helpful information on this topic by visiting http://pediatrics.about.com/cs/weeklyquestion/a/deet_children_2.htm or www.idph.state.il.us/envhealth/deetfacts.htm.
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