Sebowash
Sebowash Products are primarily used for
Dandruff, Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
About Sebowash Products
Uses of Sebowash Products
Fluocinolone acetonide is used in the treatment of dandruff and skin conditions with inflammation & itching.
Sebowash Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Sebowash are Itching, Burning sensation, Irritation, Dryness, Hair follicle inflammation, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Acneiform eruptions, Hypopigmentation, Perioral dermatitis, Allergic contact dermatitis, Skin maceration, Secondary infections, Skin atrophy, Stretch marks, Miliaria (sweat rash).
How Sebowash Products work
Fluocinolone acetonide is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Patient Concerns about Sebowash Products
Frequently asked questions about Sebowash Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluocinolone acetonide
Q. What is Sebowash Shampoo? What is it used for?
Sebowash Shampoo belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to control scaling, flaking and itching caused by dandruff (seborrhoeic dermatitis. Dandruff is caused by excessive growth of Pityrosporum orbiculare (Malassezia furfur), which is part of normal skin flora. It also helps to treat irregular white or brown patches which occur on the body and sometimes appear after being in the sun (tinea/pityriasis versicolor). Regular application of Sebowash Shampoo on the scalp relieves itching and discomfort in people suffering from dandruff.
Q. Can Sebowash Shampoo be used in kids?
No, Sebowash Shampoo is not approved to be used for kids. This is because the safety in the children with this medicine is yet to be known. Therefore, it is advised to refrain from self-medicating this medication in children or yourself. Always consult your doctor before using Sebowash Shampoo.
Q. Is Sebowash Shampoo an antibacterial agent?
No, Sebowash Shampoo is not an antibacterial agent. It is a steroid which is used for the treatment of dandruff. Pityrosporum orbiculare (Malassezia furfur) is a fungus which plays an important role in the development of dandruff. Sebowash Shampoo is very effective against the swelling, redness and itching in the scalp due to dandruff.
Q. How often should I use Sebowash Shampoo?
If you are using it to treat dandruff, you should use it once daily. However, if you are using it to prevent dandruff, then use it once weekly. Do not use Sebowash Shampoo more often than directed. Consult your doctor if not sure.
Q. How should I apply Sebowash Shampoo?
You should first wash your hair or affected area thoroughly with water. Then apply a small amount of Sebowash Shampoo on the scalp. Massage properly to form lather. Leave it for 3-5 minutes and then thoroughly rinse with water. If you have long and thick hair, you can wash with your usual shampoo first and then use Sebowash Shampoo.
Q. I have started using Sebowash Shampoo. By when can I expect to start seeing the improvements?
The symptoms of the infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment. However, the signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying Sebowash Shampoo before completing the duration of treatment advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
Q. Can Sebowash Shampoo affect vision if it gets into the eye while washing hair?
Be careful while washing your hair, do not let the shampoo get into the eye. However, if it accidentally enters the eye, wash your eyes gently with water.
Q. What if someone accidentally swallows Sebowash Shampoo?
Sebowash Shampoo is meant for external use only and you should use it carefully so that it does not get into the mouth. Accidental swallowing is normally harmless but if you are worried, contact your doctor immediately.
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