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Application to the skin or scalp may produce irritation or sensitisation, sometimes described as a burning sensation. Rarely, blistering can occur, especially if the shampoo is kept in contact with the skin for longer than the recommended duration. An increase in the amount of normal hair loss can occur. Discoloration of the hair may occur; this can be avoided or minimised by thorough washing of the hair after treatment. As with other shampoos, oiliness or dryness of hair and scalp may occur. Non-specific allergic reactions, including rash and urticaria, have been reported rarely
Reporting of suspected adverse reactions
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If ingested, vomiting should be provoked and general supportive measures given.
Selenium sulphide appears to have a cytostatic effect on cells of the epidermis and follicular epithelium, thus reducing corneocyte production. Selsun acts as an antiseborrhoeic agent which effectively controls itching and scaling dandruff. It has activity against certain dermatophytes including Pityrosporum orbiculare, the organism causing pityriasis versicolor (tinea versicolor).
Not applicable.
No additional preclinical information, relevant to the indication, is presented.
Bentonite, titanium dioxide, citric acid, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, glyceryl monoricinoleate S, monoethanolamine lauryl sulphate, Empigen BB, perfume, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide for pH adjustment, purified water.
None known.
3 years.
Do not store above 25°C.
High density polyethylene bottles fitted with wadless caps, containing 50, 100 or 150ml.
Not applicable.
Aventis Pharma Limited
One Onslow Street
Guildford
Surrey
GU1 4YS
UK
Or trading as:
sanofi-aventis or Sanofi
One Onslow Street
Guildford
Surrey
GU1 4YS
UK
PL 04425/0683
16 December 2002
31 July 2014
