Can you use Selsun Blue more than twice a week?

This medication is usually used 1 or 2 times per week to treat dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis, or less frequently to maintain control of dandruff. For the treatment of tinea versicolor, apply selenium sulfide to the affected skin. Lather with a small amount of water. Allow it to remain on your skin for 10 minutes.

Can you use selenium sulfide everyday?

Selenium sulfide topical shampoo is generally not for daily use. Follow the directions on the label, or your doctor’s instructions. Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.

How long can I use selenium sulfide?

Selenium sulfide comes in a lotion and is usually applied as a shampoo. As a shampoo, selenium sulfide usually is used twice a week for the first 2 weeks and then once a week for 2, 3, or 4 weeks, depending on your response. For skin infections, selenium sulfide usually is applied once a day for 7 days.

How long do I leave Selsun Blue on my skin?

Lather with a small amount of water. Allow it to remain on your skin for 10 minutes. Rinse your skin thoroughly with water after each use. If the medication touches the genital areas or skin folds, rinse the area well with water for a few minutes to prevent irritation.

What is Selenium sulfide 2.5 used for?

Selenium sulfide 1% and 2.5% strengths are used on the scalp to help control the symptoms of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Selenium sulfide 2.5% strength is used also on the body to treat tinea versicolor (a type of fungus infection of the skin).

How long does Selsun take to work on skin?

Selsun Blue shampoo Rub it in and let it dry. Be careful to keep it away from the eyes and genitals, since it is irritating to these tissues. After 10 minutes, take a shower. In 2 weeks the scaling should be stopped, and the rash temporarily cured.

What happens if you leave selenium sulfide on skin?

Skin irritation, dry skin, oily or dry hair/scalp, or temporary hair loss may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, discontinue use and consult your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Hair discoloration may occur and can be reduced by carefully rinsing the hair thoroughly after each treatment.

Does Selsun Blue help white spots on skin?

Active tinea versicolor can sometimes resolve with over-the-counter (OTC) dandruff shampoos that contain zinc or selenium sulfide, like Selsun Blue or Head and Shoulders.

Can you use selenium sulfide on your face?

To use selenium sulfide for tinea versicolor of the body: Apply the medicine to the affected areas of your body, except for your face and genitals (sex organs).

Does Selsun Blue burn your skin?

SIDE EFFECTS: Skin irritation, dry skin, oily or dry hair/scalp, or temporary hair loss may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, discontinue use and consult your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Hair discoloration may occur and can be reduced by carefully rinsing the hair thoroughly after each treatment.

How long does it take for Selsun Blue to work?

“Selsun blue really works well! In my experience, I had partial relief from night time itchiness after first use (approx. 40% itch reduction) and going to full relief after 4 days of 1x daily use in shower (3-5 min of coating affected areas with shampoo suds). Don’t be suckered into the high price treatments on Amazon!” What this helpful?

How often should I use Selsun shampoo?

Selsun should be used twice a week for the first two weeks and then once a week for the next two weeks. After this first course of treatment, it should not be used more often than is needed to control your scalp condition. If you accidentally swallow Selsun Shampoo, seek medical advice immediately.

How often should you apply Selsun Blue for ringworm?

Selsun Blue works too, you can also go to Dollar Tree or Walmart and buy antifungal cream (for like jock itch or foot fungi), which works too. It must be applied several times a day not just 1 time daily to work and get better results. I got ringworm when I was in Boston.

Can you use Selsun Blue as a replacement body wash?

“I was recommended by my derm to use Selsun Blue as a replacement body wash on the affected areas. I found that leaving it on for about an hour and then washing it off garnered better results. The one thing she did warn me about was NOT leaving it on OVERNIGHT.

Selsun should be used twice a week for the first two weeks and then once a week for the next two weeks. After this first course of treatment, it should not be used more often than is needed to control your scalp condition. If you accidentally swallow Selsun Shampoo, seek medical advice immediately.

“Selsun blue really works well! In my experience, I had partial relief from night time itchiness after first use (approx. 40% itch reduction) and going to full relief after 4 days of 1x daily use in shower (3-5 min of coating affected areas with shampoo suds). Don’t be suckered into the high price treatments on Amazon!” What this helpful?

How does Selsun 2.5% work for dandruff?

SELSUN, 2.5% EXTRA STRENGTH contains Selenium Sulfide to work hard on dandruff, plus it’s enriched with vitamins for healthy, shiny hair. FIGHT FLAKES BEFORE THEY FLAKE EVERYDAY.

Where can I buy Selsun extra strength lotion?

In Canada Walmart has Selsun extra strength lotion (2.5%) on the shelf for $13. If you need a prescription for this stuff in your country I would probably check Amazon first (unless your insurance ends up covering it, that would be dope).