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Remedy for Dandruff

SALICYLIC ACID

Standard Dose
Directions Adults and children 12 years ad over Wet hair thoroughly Apply shampoo, masage into scalp, and rinse thoroughly. Repeat For best results, use at least every other day for 8 weeks or as directed by a doctor. Then use as needed to control dandruff. Children under 12 years Ask a doctor
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Indications & Usage Controls flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff.
Summary

Indications and usage Indications & Usage Controls flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff.

Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years ad over Wet hair thoroughly Apply shampoo, masage into scalp, and rinse thoroughly.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Indications & Usage Controls flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years ad over Wet hair thoroughly Apply shampoo, masage into scalp, and rinse thoroughly. Repeat For best results, use at least every other day for 8 weeks or as directed by a doctor. Then use as needed to control dandruff. Children under 12 years Ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Do not use o On scalp that is broken or inflamed o If you are allergic to ingredients in this product When using this product Avoid contact with eyes If product gets into eyes, rinse thoroughly with water Stop use and ask a doctor if Rash appears Condition worsens or does not improve in 2-4 weeks Pregnancy or breast feeding If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use Keep out of reach of children Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only Do not use o On scalp that is broken or inflamed o If you are allergic to ingredients in this product When using this product Avoid contact with eyes If product gets into eyes, rinse thoroughly with water Stop use and ask a doctor if Rash appears Condition worsens or does not improve in 2-4 weeks Pregnancy or breast feeding If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use Keep out of reach of children Keep out of reach of children.
  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
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