Pyrithione Zinc

Pyrithione zinc is an over-the-counter (OTC) product used to treat dandruff (seborrhea).

Pyrithione zinc is available under the following different brand names: Denorex Everyday Dandruff Shampoo, Head & Shoulders Shampoo, DHS Zinc Shampoo, Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp, Selsun Blue Itchy Dry Scalp, T/Gel Daily Control, and Zincon Shampoo.

Shampoo

• 0.25%
• 1%
• 2%

Lotion

• 0.25%

Cream

• 0.25%

Conditioner

• 0.5%

Soap Bar

• 2%

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows:

Seborrhea

• Shampoo: Apply to wet hair/scalp, lather, then rinse well; may follow with conditioner
• Bar: May use on body and or scalp; wet area to be applied to; massage in and rinse

The safety and efficacy of pyrithione zinc in pediatric patients have not been established.

Side effects of Pyrithione Zinc include:

• Stinging/burning of scalp
• Skin peeling
• Irritation of the skin (rare)

This document does not contain all possible side effects and others may occur. Check with your physician for additional information about side effects.

If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider or pharmacist first.

• Pyrithione Zinc has no listed interactions with other drugs.

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your physician if you have health questions or concerns.

Warnings

This medication contains pyrithione zinc. Do not take Denorex Everyday Dandruff Shampoo, Head & Shoulders Shampoo, DHS Zinc Shampoo, Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp, Selsun Blue Itchy Dry Scalp, T/Gel Daily Control, or Zincon Shampoo if you are allergic to pyrithione zinc or any ingredients contained in this drug.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity

Effects of Drug Abuse

• No information available.

Short-Term Effects

• See "What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Pyrithione Zinc?"

Long-Term Effects

• See "What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Pyrithione Zinc?"

Cautions

• Topical use only
• Avoid contact with eyes

Pregnancy and Lactation

Use pyrithione zinc with caution during pregnancy if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies are not available or neither animal nor human studies were done. Safety of use of pyrithione zinc while breastfeeding is unknown. Consult your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek the advice of their health professional before using over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.