Selenium Sulphide
Uses of Selenium Sulphide
Selenium Sulphide is commonly used to treat Dandruff and Seborrheic Dermatitis.
How Selenium Sulphide Works
Selenium Sulphide has an antimitotic action which leads to a reduction in the turnover of epidermal cells which is effective in helping patients with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.
Side Effects of Selenium Sulphide
Scalp irritation, Scalp burning sensation, Scalp blistering, Increased hair loss, Hair discolouration, Hair/Scalp dryness, Hair/Scalp oiliness
Warnings
Kidney Safe If Prescribed
Selenium Sulphide Sulphide is safe to be used in patients with kidney impairment.
Alcohol Safe
There is no known interaction between alcohol and Selenium Sulphide Sulphide shampoo when used concomitantly.
Pregnancy Not Safe
There are limited data on the use of Selenium Sulphide Sulphide during pregnancy from animal studies and human studies. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during pregnancy.
Driving Generally Safe
There are no studies about the effect of Selenium Sulphide Sulphide on the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Limited Data
Selenium Sulphide Sulphide is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.
Lactation Limited Data
There are limited data on the use of Selenium Sulphide Sulphide during breastfeeding from animal studies and human studies. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
