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DHS tar gel

COAL TAR

Standard Dose
Dosage and administration Wet hair thoroughly, apply a liberal amount of shampoo and massage into lather. Allow lather to remain on scalp for several minutes. Rinse hair well and repeat application. For best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a physician.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Indications and use Helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.
Summary

Indications and usage Indications and use Helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.

Dosage and administration Dosage and administration Wet hair thoroughly, apply a liberal amount of shampoo and massage into lather.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Indications and use Helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff. Dosage and administration Dosage and administration Wet hair thoroughly, apply a liberal amount of shampoo and massage into lather. Allow lather to remain on scalp for several minutes. Rinse hair well and repeat application. For best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a physician. Warnings and cautions WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION For external use only. Ask a physician before use if you have Psoriasis or Seborrheic Dermatitis that covers a large area of the body. Do not get into eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product. It may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application. Do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a physician. Do not use this product with other forms of Psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs, unless directed to do so by a physician. In rare instances, discoloration of gray, blond tinted or bleached hair may occur. Stop use and ask physician if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use. Store away from excessive heat or cold.

Monitoring

  • WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION For external use only.
  • Ask a physician before use if you have Psoriasis or Seborrheic Dermatitis that covers a large area of the body.
  • Do not get into eyes.
  • If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.