Clinical drug
selenium sulfide 25 MG/ML Medicated Shampoo
25 MG/ML · Medicated Shampoo · topical
A form of selenium sulfide →
selenium sulfide 25 MG/ML Medicated Shampoo — Other antifungals for topical use. INDICATIONS: This product is a liquid antiseborrheic, antifungal preparation useful for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, dandruff

Active ingredient
Classification
Other antifungals for topical use
Indications
INDICATIONS: This product is a liquid antiseborrheic, antifungal preparation useful for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, dandruff and tinea versicolor. Urea hydrates and is useful for conditions such as dry scalp.
Dosage
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Shake well before use. For seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff: Wet skin and apply to areas to be cleansed. Massage gently into the skin working into a full lather. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Generally, two applications each week for two weeks will control symptoms. Subsequently, shampoo may be used less frequently or as directed by a physician. It should not be applied more frequently than necessary to maintain control. For tinea versicolor: Wet skin and apply to areas to be cleansed. Massage gently into the skin working into a full lather. Allow product to remain on skin for ten minutes, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Repeat procedure once a day for seven days or as directed by a physician.
Warnings
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.
Contraindications
CONTRAINDICATIONS: This product is contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product.
Mechanism of action
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.
Source: RxNorm + openFDA + RxClass + FAERS · 2026
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