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Chemical Name: SELENIUM SULFIDE (se-LEE-nee-um SUL-fide)
This medicine is a cytostatic agent used to treat dandruff and other conditions of the scalp or skin.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
See Package insert before you use.
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE within 1 to 2 weeks or if they become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE more often than recommended by your doctor. DO NOT GET THIS MEDICINE in your eyes or on the inside of your nose or mouth. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE ON BROKEN OR BLISTERED SKIN. DO NOT APPLY THIS MEDICINE to genital area. If you get this medicine on your genitals, rinse thoroughly with water. This medicine may damage jewelry. REMOVE JEWELRY before using this medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include increase in mild hair loss or thinning, hair discoloration, or oiliness or dryness of hair and scalp. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience skin irritation or rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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