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Dandruff Shapmoo - Selenium Sulfide - Topical Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Dandruff Shapmoo.
- Dandrex, Exsel, Selsun Blue
- seh-LEE-nee-um SUL-fide
Dandruff Shapmoo Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature and in a tight container.
- Do not freeze.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- Apply any missed dose as soon as possible but not if it is almost time for the next dose.
- If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- If you use other topical products (prescription or nonprescription), consult your doctor before using selenium sulfide.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Usage Instructions
- This medication is for topical use only.
- Avoid getting this near the eyes.
- If this does get in the eyes, rinse them thoroughly with clear water.
- Do not use this medication on cut or irritated skin.
- For use in dandruff or scalp dermatitis, wash hair first with regular shampoo.
- Shake lotion well.
- Massage the lotion into wet scalp and allow it to remain for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly and repeat.
- Begin with 2 applications per week, then reduce to weekly or every other week applications to maintain control.
- For skin infections, apply lotion to affected area.
- Lather with a small amount of water.
- Allow to remain on skin for 10 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly.
- Repeat once a day for 7 days.
- Do not let selenium sulfide touch inflamed, raw skin.
- Rinse genital areas and skin folds thoroughly after contact with selenium sulfide.
- Do not leave selenium sulfide on your hair, scalp, or skin for long periods (for example, overnight) because it is irritating.
- Rinse off all of the lotion.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
Possible Side Effects
- This medication may cause skin irritation, dry skin, or hair loss.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, discontinue use and consult your doctor.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Dandruff Shapmoo Miscellaneous Notes
- Remove jewelry before using this medication to avoid damage.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is used to treat dandruff; a certain scalp infection (seborrheic dermatitis); and for a condition that discolors the skin (tinea versicolor).
Read Before Using Dandruff Shapmoo (precautions)
- Do not use this medication without first contacting your doctor if you have the following conditions.