Alphosyl 2 in 1 Medicated Shampoo 250ml Pack

Description

Alphosyl 2 In 1 Shampoo is a medicated scalp cleansing shampoo that helps to treat itchy skin conditions affecting the scalp such as; psoriasis, eczema, seborrhoeic dermatitis and dandruff; it contains coal tar extract which has mild antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects which work to relieve itching to leave your scalp feeling cool, calm and refreshed.

Suitable for children and adults

Directions

Use Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo once or twice a week for four weeks.

• Wet hair thoroughly.
• Use enough shampoo so that the lather is sufficient to cover your scalp, hair and adjacent areas, if also affected.
• Massage the scalp and adjacent areas, if needed, well using your fingertips.
• Rinse your hair thoroughly.
• Repeat steps 2 to 4.

Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo should be in contact with your scalp for a total time of three to five minutes over the two applications.

If you forget to use Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo, just apply the next day instead.

Warnings

Reporting of side effects:

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.  This includes any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet enclosed with the product.  You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

Do not use Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo:

• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to coal tar or any of the other ingredients (listed on the side of this carton).
• To treat infected, open or damaged skin.
• To treat sore or acute pustular psoriasis (skin redness covered by pus filled blisters).

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if your symptoms persist.

Use with caution in children under 12 and only on advice from a doctor or pharmacist.

Stop using the shampoo if your scalp becomes irritated.

Do not get it in your eyes. If necessary, rinse out with warm water.

Can stain skin and clothes and in rare instances has caused temporary changes to hair colour. Skin stains will wear off after treatment is stopped.

May cause sensitivity to sunlight. Avoid using sunlamps and spending a long time in the sun during use.

If you accidently swallow any shampoo, contact your doctor immediately.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo if you are pregnant, thinking of becoming pregnant or are breast feeding. If you do breast-feed, ensure you wash-off all traces of shampoo.

Contains parahydroxybenzoates which may cause allergic reactions, which could be delayed.

If you use more Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo than recommended or use more often than recommended, you may be more likely to get skin irritation or skin sensitivity to sunlight.

For external use only.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if your symptoms persist.

Like all medicines, Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo can have side effects, but not everyone gets them. Stop the treatment and contact your doctor immediately if you experience allergic reactions which may be severe such as raised and itchy skin rash (hives), swelling of the face or mouth or difficulty breathing.

Some of the below effects can also be symptoms of the condition you are treating. However, if you experience any of these effects for the first time after starting use, or if these effects worsen, stop using Alphosyl 2 in 1 Shampoo and speak to your doctor or pharmacist:

Eye irritation, unusual hair loss or thinning, eczema (itchy skin rash), hair colour changes, abnormal hair texture, sensitivity to sunlight, skin irritation, skin may be dry, red or itchy, you feel a burning sensation of the skin, skin pain, rash or swelling at the application site.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

Ingredients

5% w/w Alcoholic Extract of Coal Tar, Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulphate, Lauramide DEA, Herbal Fragrance 41.423, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose 2910, Citrics Acid Nhydrous, Guarhydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Patent Blue V ( E 131), Propylhydroxybenzoate (E 216), Methylhydroxybenzoate (E 218), Water.