Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Skin infections (topicals)
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SELSUN |
| Manufacturer |
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Abbott Laboratories |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Antiseborrheic/antifungal. |
| Generic Name |
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Selenium sulfide 2.5%; lotion. |
| Indications |
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Tinea versicolor, dandruff, seborrheic scalp dermatitis. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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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. |
| Contraindications |
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Pregnancy (Cat.C). |
| Precautions |
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Avoid eyes, mucous membranes; acute inflammation or exudation (increases absorption). Rinse skin folds/genitals, wash hands thoroughly after use. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Irritation, sensitization, oily/dry scalp, increased hair loss. |
| How Supplied |
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Lotion—4oz |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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