Selenium sulfide lotion 2.5% is a prescription strength medication used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a common skin condition that causes a red, itchy, scaling rash on the face, scalp, and other areas of the body. Selenium sulfide lotion 2.5% works by killing the yeast that can cause seborrheic dermatitis.
Perrigo Selenium Sulfide Lotion 2.5% topical liquid antiseborrheic, antifungal preparation that treats a variety of skin conditions including fungal infections, dryness, flaking, and inflammation. Applied regularly, this lotion helps to fight off infection, sooth, and heal dry, scaly, and flaky skin. 120ml (4 oz) bottle.
Directions:
For treatment of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp:
- Massage about 1 or 2 teaspoonsful of suspension into wet scalp.
- Allow to remain on scalp for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Rinse scalp thoroughly.
- Repeat application and rinse thoroughly.
- After treatments, wash hands well.
- Repeat this procedure once a day for seven days.
For treatment of tinea versicolor:
- Apply to affected areas and lather with small amount of water.
- Allow to remain on skin 10 minutes.
- Rinse body thoroughly.
- Repeat this procedure once a day for seven days.
Use: Treatment of itching and flaking of the scalp associated with dandruff, to control scalp seborrheic dermatitis; treatment of tinea versicolor.
Dosage: Topical: Adults: Dandruff, seborrhea: massage 5-10 mL of shampoo into wet scalp, leave on scalp 2-3 minutes, rinse thoroughly. Usually 2 applications each week for 2 weeks will provide control. After this, may repeat at less frequent intervals (eg, once weekly, every 2-4 weeks). Rub foam into affected skin twice daily.
Tinea Vericolor: Apply the 2.5% lotion to affected area and lather with small amounts of water; leave on skin for 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly; apply every day for 7 days; rub foam into affected skin twice daily.
Selenium sulfide has the molecular formula SeS2 and has a molecular weight of 143.09.
Ingredients: Selenium sulfide 2.5%; bentonite, citric acid, cocoamphocarboxyglycinate, ethylene glycol monostearate, fragrance, glycerol monoricinoleate, lauramide DEA, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium phosphate (monobasic), titanium dioxide, and water.
Alternative names: Selsun, Ketoconazole shampoo, Versel Lotion, Azole creams, Allyamine creams.
Manufacturer: Perrigo, Bronnx, New York 10457
Size: 4 fluid ounces (0.135256 milliters)
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