Dhs Tar Shampoo
Dhs Tar Shampoo is a topical coal tar-based shampoo designed to treat scalp conditions such as dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis. The coal tar ingredient helps reduce scaling, flaking, and itching by slowing excessive skin cell turnover on the scalp. This medication is typically used by adults and adolescents seeking relief from chronic scalp conditions.
Dhs Tar Shampoo is a coal tar shampoo used to treat dandruff and other scalp conditions by reducing scaling and itching.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 92309
- Generic
- Dhs Tar Shampoo
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Treatment of dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis of the scalp. Helps relieve associated symptoms of flaking, scaling, and itching.
Contains coal tar as the active ingredient, which helps slow skin cell turnover and reduce scaling and inflammation on the scalp.
For external use on the scalp only. Avoid contact with eyes. May stain clothing or bedding. Consult a healthcare provider if symptoms persist after regular use. May increase sensitivity to sunlight.
Official drug label
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