Salicylic Acid, Sulfur, and Coal Tar (Topical)

Brand Names : Sebex-T Tar Shampoo, Sebutone, Vanseb-T

Proper Use of This Medicine

Use this medicine only as directed . Do not use it more often than recommended on the label, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Keep this medicine away from the eyes . If you should accidentally get some in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.

Before using this medicine, wet the hair and scalp with lukewarm water. Then apply a generous amount to the scalp and work up a rich lather. Rub the lather into the scalp for 5 minutes, then rinse. Apply the medicine again and rinse thoroughly.

Immediately after using this medicine, wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them.

Dosing - The dose of salicylic acid, sulfur, and coal tar combination will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of salicylic acid, sulfur, and coal tar combination. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis of the scalp:
  • For cream shampoo and lotion shampoo dosage forms:
    • Adults and children - Use on the scalp one or two times a week.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the medicine from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.