Drug Reference
Selenium Sulfide
Other antifungals for topical use
OTC
Fact box
- Therapeutic class
- Other antifungals for topical use
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
DandrexHead & Shoulders Clinical StrengthSelRxSelsun BlueTersi Foam
Available as
6 MG/ML23 MG/ML10 MG/ML5 MG/ML25 MG/ML20 MG/ML22.5 MG/ML
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Use helps prevent recurrence of flaking and itching associated with dandruff.
How to use / dosing
Directions shake well wet hair massage onto scalp rinse repeat if desired for best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor for maximum dandruff control, use every time you shampoo.
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings For external use only When using this product avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use as directed. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
- ANTI-FUNGAL (ANTI-FUNGAL SHAMPOO) SHAMPOO [SHENZHEN CHAOXIJI TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD.]
- DERMOIA SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS SELENIUM SULFIDE (SELENIUM SULFIDE) SHAMPOO [TREASUREWISE LLC]
- SILVAGLE SELENIUM SULFIDE ANTI DANDRUFFSHAMPOO (SELENIUM SULFIDE) LIQUID [GUANGZHOU BAOSIJIE BIOTECHNOLOGY CO., LTD]
- CVS HEALTH MAXIMUM STRENGTH DANDRUFF MEDICATED ANTI-SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS, ANTI-DANDRUFF (SELENIUM SULFIDE) SHAMPOO [CVS HEALTH]
- PROBLIVA FOLLICULITIS .SHAMPOO. (SELENIUMDISULFIDE 1%) SHAMPOO [CAVTECH HOLDING LLC]
Authoritative sources
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.