Selenium Sulfide (Selsun, Exsel)

Category:

Antifungal

Description:

Antifungal, antiseborrheic

Indications:

Dandruff
Seborrheic dermatitis
Tinea versicolor

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to sulfur preparations

Precautions:

Pregnancy category C
Infants
Inflamed skin

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

SKIN: alopecia, discoloration of hair (minimized with thorough rinsing, oiliness of hair and scalp, skin irritation

Dosage:

Administered topically (EXTERNAL USE ONLY)

Adult and child:
- Seborrheic dermatits/dandruff: TOP wash hair with 1-2 teaspoonsful, leave on 2-3 minutes, rinse, repeat; 2 applications per week for control or as needed for maintenance
- Tinea versicolor: TOP apply to affected area (perhaps with small amount of water), allow to remain on skin for 10 minutes, rinse thoroughly, repeat daily for 7 days; repeat as needed for maintenance

Source: Operational Medicine 2001, Health Care in Military Settings, NAVMED P-5139, May 1, 2001, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Department of the Navy, 2300 E Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20372-5300