Selsun Shampoo — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Selenium sulfide 2.5% w/v (medicated shampoo)

Selenium sulfide has antifungal and cytostatic actions. It reduces the growth of Malassezia yeast and slows down excessive shedding/turnover of scalp skin cells, thereby decreasing flaking, itching and redness.

For dandruff/seborrhoeic dermatitis: Wet hair and scalp, apply sufficient shampoo, massage to lather and leave for 2–3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly; repeat if advised. Typically use 2 times weekly for 2 weeks, then once weekly or as needed. For tinea versicolor: apply to affected skin, lather and leave 10 minutes then rinse, usually once daily for 7 days or as prescribed. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth and broken/irritated skin; wash hands after use.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.