Salisia Kt Shampoo

Composition of Salisia Kt Shampoo

Salisia Kt Shampoo contains Ketoconazole (2% w/v) + Salicylic Acid (2% w/v). It belongs to the Antifungal and Retinoid / keratolytic class of medicines.

Uses of Salisia Kt Shampoo

Treatment of Dandruff

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Dandruff Salisia KT Shampoo is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly
• flaky
• and itchy scalp. It is an antifungal and works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Massage it on your scalp and leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing it off. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

How Salisia Kt Shampoo works

Salisia KT Shampoo is a combination of two medicines: Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid which treat dandruff. Ketoconazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Salicylic Acid is a keratolytic medicine which helps break down the skin clumps on scalp and relieves itching and flaking associated with dandruff.

How to take Salisia Kt Shampoo

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Salisia KT Shampoo, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from skin use; swallowing the preparation may cause stomach upset. It can cause severe irritation when far too much cream is applied; an oral retinoid taken in excess can cause headache, vomiting and liver injury. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Salisia Kt Shampoo

Most side effects of Salisia Kt Shampoo are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Salisia Kt Shampoo

Warnings and precautions

Keep applying for the full period your doctor stated, usually two to four weeks, and for a week or two after the rash has cleared. Stopping when it looks better is why ringworm keeps coming back. Apply a little beyond the visible edge of the patch — the fungus extends further than the redness. Do not use a combination cream containing a steroid on a fungal infection unless a doctor has specifically prescribed it. The steroid calms the redness while the fungus spreads underneath. See a doctor if the rash covers a large area, involves the scalp or nails, or has not improved in two weeks — these usually need tablets as well. Acne often looks worse for the first two to four weeks before it improves. This is expected — do not stop. Use sunscreen every day. These medicines make the skin burn much more easily. Oral isotretinoin must never be taken in pregnancy — it causes severe birth defects. Reliable contraception and the pregnancy tests your dermatologist requires are essential before, during and after the course. Start with alternate nights and build up, and do not use more than a pea-sized amount for the whole face. Do not combine several strong acne actives at once without advice — the irritation compounds.

Do not take Salisia Kt Shampoo if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. For external use only. Not for use in the eyes. Oral retinoids are absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy and in anyone who might become pregnant without a pregnancy prevention programme. Topical retinoids are avoided in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

No significant interactions are expected from preparations used on the skin. Do not combine with other peeling agents or with waxing and harsh scrubs. Oral retinoids must not be combined with tetracycline antibiotics.

How to store Salisia Kt Shampoo

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Close the cap tightly after each use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Salisia Kt Shampoo

Salisia KT Shampoo is used for the treatment and prevention of dandruff. Leave the shampoo on for three to five minutes before rinsing. Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Stop using Salisia KT Shampoo and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection. Your usual shampoo can be used as necessary between treatment with this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

AJANTA PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

DERMA

Drug class:

Antifungal and Retinoid / keratolytic