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Selsun Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Selenium sulfide 2.5%; lotion.
Pharmacological Class
Antiseborrheic/antifungal.
How Supplied
Lotion—4oz
Manufacturer
Selsun Indications
Indications
Tinea versicolor, dandruff, seborrheic scalp dermatitis.
Selsun Dosage and Administration
Adult
T. versicolor: apply once daily, lather with small amount of water, wait 10 minutes, rinse; repeat for 7 days. Dandruff, dermatitis: massage into wet scalp, wait 2–3 minutes, rinse; repeat. Use twice weekly for 2 wks, then as needed.
Children
Not recommended.
Selsun Contraindications
Contraindications
Pregnancy (Cat.C).
Selsun Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Selsun Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid eyes, mucous membranes; acute inflammation or exudation (increases absorption). Rinse skin folds/genitals, wash hands thoroughly after use.
Selsun Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Selsun Interactions
Not Applicable
Selsun Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Irritation, sensitization, oily/dry scalp, increased hair loss.
Selsun Clinical Trials
See Literature
Selsun Note
Not Applicable
Selsun Patient Counseling
See Literature
