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Sebowash Shampoo Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

FLUOCINOLONE ACETONIDE-0.01%W/V

Uses:

<p>Sebowash Shampoo is used in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. The detailed uses of Sebowash Shampoo are as follows:<br/> • Seborrheic Dermatitis: Sebowash Shampoo is used to treat inflammation, itching, redness, and flaking caused by seborrheic dermatitis. It helps reduce excessive oiliness and scalp scaling.<br/> • Control of Flare-ups: Sebowash Shampoo helps control flare-ups and prevent recurrence in chronic seborrheic dermatitis.<br/> • Adjunctive therapy: Sebowash Shampoo may be used in combination with antifungal shampoos (e.g., ketoconazole) to treat seborrheic dermatitis accompanied by secondary fungal infections. It helps reduce severe inflammation of the scalp.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Sebowash Shampoo contains fluocinolone acetonide, which belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It is effectively used to treat seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. It works by reducing the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. It causes constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels, decreasing the access of immune cells to the site of injury. This effect helps in reducing inflammation, itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort.

FAQs

Sebowash Shampoo belongs to the class of medications called Corticosteroids, used to treat seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.

Sebowash Shampoo contains fluocinolone acetonide, which belongs to the class of ‘corticosteroids’. It reduces the release of inflammatory mediators (chemicals that cause inflammation). It causes constriction of blood vessels, decreasing the access of immune cells to the injury site. This effect helps inflammation, itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort.

Do not use for longer-term unless prescribed by your doctor, as prolonged use may cause inflamed hair follicles and thinning of the hair.

Sebowash Shampoo should improve your condition within the first 2 weeks of your treatment. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve.

The common side effects of Sebowash Shampoo include redness, itching, or dryness of the skin, acne, inflamed hair follicles, loss of skin colour, thinning of the skin, and burning or stinging at the application site. Most of these side effects of Sebowash Shampoo do not require medical attention and typically resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Before using Sebowash Shampoo , check the label for instructions. Shake the bottle well before each use. Wet your hair and scalp with water. Apply sufficient shampoo and gently massage your scalp to produce a good lather. Leave it for 5 minutes. Rinse your hair and scalp thoroughly with water. If Sebowash Shampoo accidentally comes into contact with the nose, mouth, or eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.

Sebowash Shampoo is safe for children only if it is used as prescribed by the doctor.

No, do not stop using Sebowash Shampoo without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better, as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to use Sebowash Shampoo for the prescribed duration.