What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.
For the relief of the symptoms of dandruff.
For external use only. Do not use on wounds or damaged skin or on a child under 12 years of age unless directed by a physician.
Conditions worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed.
Keep out of reach of children.
Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.
Products with Zinc pyrithione as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.
Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.
For the relief of the symptoms of dandruff. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Apply a small amount quantity of the product into hair and massage the scalp. Rinse thoroughly with enough water, repeat if needed. For best results, use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor.…
In many countries Zinc pyrithione is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
Zinc pyrithione is sold under names such as Head & Shoulders, Dial Dandruff Control, Nioxin, Selsun Blue Sensitive Scalp, Head & Shoulders Damage Treatment, Dandrene, Dhs Zinc, Theraplex Z. Brand names differ between countries.
The official label lists: Conditions worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.
This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.