salicylic acid/sulfur shampoo (MG217 Medicated Tar-Free Shampoo, Sebex)
Dosing and uses of MG217 Medicated Tar-Free Shampoo, Sebex (salicylic acid/sulfur shampoo)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
salicylic acid/sulfur shampoo
shampoo
- 2%/2%
cleanser
- 1.5%/2%
Seborrhea
Shampoo: Apply to wet hair/scalp, lather, then rinse well; use daily or every other day; 1-2 treatments per week may maintain controL
Cleanser: Use daily or every other day
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
Safety & efficacy not established
MG217 Medicated Tar-Free Shampoo, Sebex (salicylic acid/sulfur shampoo) adverse (side) effects
Frequency not defined
Stinging/burning of scalp
Desquamation
High concentrations (>10%) may cause muscle cramps, dizziness, vomiting, headache
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
Topical use only
Avoid contact with eyes
Children < 2 years more sensitive to sulfur than adults
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: Unknown
Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs
Pregnancy categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.
C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.
D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.
X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.
NA: Information not available.
Pharmacology of MG217 Medicated Tar-Free Shampoo, Sebex (salicylic acid/sulfur shampoo)
Mechanism of action
Keratolytic agent; breaks down keratin and promotes skin peeling
Pharmacokinetics
Absorption: 1% absorbed
Metabolism: Reduced to hydrogen sulfate
