{"id":22809,"date":"2022-07-08T10:42:48","date_gmt":"2022-07-08T10:42:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=22809"},"modified":"2022-07-09T11:19:08","modified_gmt":"2022-07-09T11:19:08","slug":"selsun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/selsun\/","title":{"rendered":"SELSUN &#8211; Selenium Disulfide uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>25 mg \/ ml&nbsp;shampoo<br>Selenium disulfide<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read all of this leaflet carefully before<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What SELSUN is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>S\u00a0<small>ELSUN<\/small>\u00a0contains the active substance selenium disulfide.\u00a0It is a medicated\u00a0shampoo\u00a0with antifungal properties used in dandruff and\u00a0seborrhea.\u00a0S\u00a0ELSUN\u00a0is also used for a fungal infection of the skin that occurs in the form of brownish, easily scratched spots and is caused by a yeast-like fungus (\u00a0pityriasis Versicolor\u00a0).\u00a0The diagnosis of this fungal infection is determined by a doctor, who also prescribes treatment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using SELSUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use SELSUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to selenium disulfide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>S\u00a0<small>ELSUN<\/small>\u00a0should not be used when the skin surface to be treated is\u00a0acutely\u00a0inflamed, such as in open wounds or\u00a0eczema.\u00a0Avoid using on damaged or sore skin.<br><br>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if the shampoo has come into contact with the eyes and severe eye pain, swelling of the eyes, or a vision change develops or persists after rinsing with water.<br><br>You should not permanently or dye your hair at the same time as, or two days before or after the treatment with S\u00a0ELSUN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of insufficient rinsing, white or gray hair may take on a yellow tint.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If S&nbsp;<small>ELSUN<\/small>&nbsp;is used in children under 15 years, it should be done according to the doctor&#8217;s instructions.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and SELSUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Selsun is not expected to have any side effects during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Selsun should not be used during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>S&nbsp;<small>ELSUN<\/small>&nbsp;does not affect the ability to drive or use machines.<a><\/a><br><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use SELSUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><br>Selsun is intended for use on the scalp or the skin and is only intended for\u00a0external\u00a0use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid getting the preparation in your eyes.&nbsp;If you get the shampoo in your eyes, it can lead to serious eye irritation that can lead to injury.&nbsp;Rinse immediately with large amounts of cold water.<br><br>Wash your hands thoroughly after the treatment.<br><br>Remove rings and other metal objects before shampooing to avoid discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dandruff and seborrhea:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how: (If your doctor has prescribed anything else, follow his or her&nbsp;prescription&nbsp;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Shake the bottle well.&nbsp;Shampoo your hair with 1-2 teaspoons (5-10 ml) S&nbsp;<small>ELSUN<\/small>&nbsp;.S&nbsp;<small>ELSUN<\/small>&nbsp;should be in contact with the scalp for 2-3 minutes, after which the hair is rinsed well.<\/li><li>Repeat the shampooing once more and rinse well.<\/li><li>Wash your hands thoroughly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For the first 2 weeks, the hair is treated twice a week, and then if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not leave\u00a0the shampoo\u00a0in contact with hair or skin for longer than recommended, as it may lead to irritation, a burning sensation, or blistering.\u00a0Do not use it more often than recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Pityriasis versicolor:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow your doctor&#8217;s\u00a0prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Information about accidental ingestion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.\u00a0These are generally mild and transient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rare (affects less than 1 user in 1,000): Application to the skin or scalp can cause irritation or increased sensitivity, which is sometimes described as a burning sensation.\u00a0Blisters may occur, especially if the shampoo may be in contact with the skin or scalp for longer than recommended.\u00a0Increased normal hair loss.\u00a0Discoloration of hair (this can be avoided or minimized by rinsing the hair thoroughly)<br><br>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users): Eye irritation: Superficial damage to the eye (cornea) with symptoms such as eye pain, swelling of the eyes, and changes in vision<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store SELSUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and bottle.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The drug should not be disposed of via wastewater.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is selenium disulfide 25 mg\/ml.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are bentonite, citric acid monohydrate, Empigen BB \/ alcoyl 12\u201114 dimethyl betaine, glycerol monoricinoleate, monoethanolamine lauryl sulfate, perfume, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, titanium dioxide (E171).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>S\u00a0<small>ELSUN<\/small>\u00a0is a light yellow-orange or beige\u00a0shampoo, packaged in plastic bottles of 120 ml.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opella Healthcare France SAS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>82 Avenue Raspail, 94250<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gentilly, France<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Delpharm Bladel BV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Industrieweg 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5531 AD, Bladel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Netherlands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Local representative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>STADA Nordic ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Marielundvej 46 A<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2730 Herlev<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>S\u00a0ELSUN\u00a0contains the active substance selenium disulfide.\u00a0It is a medicated\u00a0shampoo\u00a0with antifungal properties used in dandruff and\u00a0seborrhea\u00a0.\u00a0S\u00a0ELSUN\u00a0is also used for a fungal infection of the skin that occurs in the form of brownish, easily scratched spots and is caused by a yeast-like fungus (\u00a0pityriasis versicolor\u00a0).\u00a0The diagnosis of this fungal infection is determined by a doctor, who also prescribes 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