Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo 250ml

Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo 250ml

Help treat your scaly scalp.

What is Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo?

Dermax therapeutic shampoo is recommended if you have scaly scalp conditions, such as dandruff or seborrhoeic dermatitis. This is effective at lifting and clearing away scaly skin.

This shampoo is suitable to be use by adults and children. 

What is the active ingredient in Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo and what does it do?

Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo contains the active ingredient benzalkonium chloride 0.5% w/w to combat the yeast that can make your scalp condition worse. It is effective at lifting and washing away the scale. Benzalkonium Chloride is what is called a surfactant. Surfactants work to loosen any dead skin and remove it and also provide mild antiseptic properties, as some bacteria can make the condition worse.

Dermax also contains coconut oil to soothe the scalp and condition the hair.

Warnings and Precautions

• Keep out of sight and reach of children.
• For external use only.
• Keep undiluted shampoo away from the eyes.
• You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use.
• Do not use this shampoo if you are allergic to any of the ingredients this product contains.
• Speak to your GP or our pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 
• Speak to your GP or our pharmacist before use if you are taking any other medication.

Ingredients

Benzalkonium Chloride, Purified Water, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate

How do I use Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo?

Directions:

Use as a shampoo, daily if necessary, reducing the frequency of use to once or twice a week as the condition improves. Thereafter, occasional use may be necessary.

For adults, the elderly, and children:

• Wet the hair, apply a liberal quantity of shampoo to the scalp and, with the tips of the fingers, rub in thoroughly.
• Rinse.
• Repeat the application and massage to produce a rich lather.
• Remove as much lather as possible with the hands, before rinsing thoroughly under running water.

What are the side effects of Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo?

Dermax Therapeutic Shampoo is not expected to have any side effects when used as correctly.

Any side effect may be a sign of an allergic reaction.

Signs of an allergic reaction include:

• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and throat;
• a red itchy skin rash;
• wheezing or difficulty breathing;
• feeling faint and dizzy;
• a strange metallic taste in the mouth;
• collapse.

If you get any of these symptoms after using this medicine, seek medical attention immediately.

If you have any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects stop use immediately and seek medical assistance as soon as possible.

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the above description and patient information leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for “MHRA yellowcard” in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.