
Select-Plus75 ml
Square Toiletries Ltd.

Shampoo
Select-Plus Natural Coal Tar 75 ml 2% shampoo is a broad spectrum imidazole-dioxolane, synthetic antifungal agent which inhibits the in vitro growth of the following common dermatophytes and yeasts by altering the permeability of the cell membrane: dermatophytes: Trichophyton rubrum, T.
mentagrophytes, T. tonsurans, Microsporum canis, M.
audouini, M. gypseum and Epidermophyton floc-cosum; yeasts: Candida albicans, Malassezia ovale (Pityrosporum ovale) and C.
tropicalis; and the organism responsible for tinea versicolor, Malassezia furfur (Pityrosporum orbiculare).
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| For topical administration of adults, elderly and children. Wash affected areas and leave for 3-5 minutes before rinsing | ||
| Treatment | Dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis: Wash hair twice weekly for 2-4 weeks | |
| Tinea versicolor | Once daily for a maximum of 5 days | |
| Prophylaxis | Dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis: Use once every 1-2 weeks | |
| Tinea versicolor | Once daily for a maximum of 3 days before exposure to sunshine | If a patient shows no clinical improvement after the treatment period, the diagnosis should be redetermined |
What is Select-Plus Natural Coal Tar 75 ml used for?
Ketoconazole therapeutic shampoo is used for prevention and treatment of infections in which the yeast Malassezia furfur (previously called Pityrosporum orbiculare) is likely to be involved, such as dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis and tinea (pityriasis) versicolor.
What is the dosage of Select-Plus Natural Coal Tar 75 ml?
For topical administration of adults, elderly and children. Wash affected areas and leave for 3-5 minutes before rinsing.Treatment: Dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis: Wash hair twice weekly for 2-4 weeks. Tinea versicolor: Once daily for a maximum of 5 days. Prophylaxis: Dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis: Use once every 1-2 weeks. Tinea versicolor: Once daily for a maximum of 3 days before exp…
What are the side effects of Select-Plus Natural Coal Tar 75 ml?
In 11 double-blind trials in 264 patients using ketoconazole 2% shampoo for the treatment of dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis, an increase in normal hair loss and irritation occurred in less than 1% of patients. In three open-label safety trials in which 41 patients shampooed 4-10 times weekly for six months, the following adverse experiences each occurred once: abnormal hair texture, scalp pustu…
Who should not take Select-Plus Natural Coal Tar 75 ml?
Ketoconazole therapeutic shampoo is contraindicated in persons who have shown hypersensitivity to Ketoconazole or any of the excipient.
What precautions should be taken with Select-Plus Natural Coal Tar 75 ml?
In patients who have been on prolonged treatment with topical corticosteroids, it is recommended that the steroid therapy be gradually withdrawn over a period of 2 to 3 weeks,while using Ketoconazole therapeutic shampoo, to prevent any potential rebound effect. Avoid contact with eyes. If the shampoo enters to the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty ofwater.
Is Select-Plus Natural Coal Tar 75 ml safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Pregnancy Category C. There are no adequate and well controlled studies in pregnant or lactating women. Data on a limited number of exposed pregnancies indicate no adverse effects of topical ketoconazole on pregnancy or on the health of the foetus/newborn child. Animal studies have shown reproductive toxicity at doses that are not relevant to the topical administration of ketoconazole. No effects …
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