Treats dandruff, fungus infections of the skin (tinea versicolor), and seborrhea of the scalp.
Brand Names:
Dandrex, Selsun Blue Medicated Treatment
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to selenium sulfide.
Uses:
Shampoo, Liquid
Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often. Use this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.
If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.
Use this medicine on the skin or scalp only.
Keep the medicine away from your eyes. If you do get some in your eyes, rinse them with water.
Shake the bottle well before use. Take off any jewelry before you use this medicine.
To treat a skin infection, apply to the affected areas and lather. Allow the lather to stay on your skin for 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
To treat seborrhea or dandruff, put a small amount in your hair and lather. Wait 2 to 3 minutes before rinsing thoroughly. Repeat the application and rinse thoroughly.
Wash your hands well after applying selenium sulfide.
If a dose is missed:
Apply the missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next treatment, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed application.
Do not apply twice as much medicine at one time.
Storage:
Keep this medicine in its original tightly closed container, away from heat or direct light. Do not freeze.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Warnings:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using selenium sulfide.
