Selenium Sulfide Shampoo
Dosage form: shampoo
Drug class:Miscellaneous topical agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 1, 2022.
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DESCRIPTION: A liquid antiseborrheic, antifungal preparation for topical application. Each mL of Selenium Sulfide 2.25% Shampoo contains 22.5 mg selenium sulfide, ammonium lauryl sulfate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, citric acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, chromium oxide green, FD&C yellow 8, distearyl phthalic acid amide, diazolidinyl urea, edetate disodium, fragrance, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylparaben, panthenol, PPG-2 hydroxyethyl coco/isostearamide, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, FD&C Red 40, sodium citrate, tocopherol acetate, titanium dioxide, urea, and zinc pyrithione.
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY: Selenium sulfide appears to have a cytostatic effect on cells of the epidermis and follicular epithelium, reducing corneocyte production.
PHARMACOKINETICS: The mechanism of action of topically applied selenium sulfide is not yet known.
INDICATIONS & USAGE: A liquid antiseborrheic, antifungal preparation for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, dandruff and tinea versicolor. Urea hydrates and is useful for conditions such as dry scalp.
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the listed ingredients.
WARNINGS: For external use only. Not for ophthalmic use.
DO NOT USE ON BROKEN SKIN OR INFLAMED AREAS. If allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use. Avoid contact with eyes, genital areas and skin folds, as irritation and burning may result. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
