DHS TAR- coal tar shampoo

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

COAL TAR (UNII: R533ESO2EC) (COAL TAR - UNII:R533ESO2EC)

Available from:

Person and Covey

INN (International Name):

COAL TAR

Composition:

COAL TAR 0.005 g in 1 g

Administration route:

TOPICAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff. Controls symptoms of Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

DHS TAR- COAL TAR SHAMPOO
PERSON AND COVEY
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DHS TAR
WARNINGS
For external use only. Ask a physician before use if you have
Psoriasis or Seborrheic
Dermatitis that covers a large area of the body. Do not get into eyes.
If contact occurs,
rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Use caution in exposing skin to
sunlight after applying
this product. It may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24
hours after
application. Do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a
physician. Do not use
this product with other forms of Psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet
radiation or
prescription drugs, unless directed to do so by a physician. In rare
instances,
discoloration of gray, blond tinted or bleached hair may occur. Stop
use and ask
physician if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use.
Store away from
excessive heat or cold.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Wet hair thoroughly, apply a liberal amount of shampoo and massage
into lather. Allow
lather to remain on scalp for several minutes. Rinse hair well and
repeat application. For
best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a physician.
INDICATIONS AND USE
Helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with
Psoriasis,
Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN
Yes. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center
right away.
PURPOSE
Controls symptoms of Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Purified Water
Triethanolamine Lauryl Sulfate
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
PEG 8 Distearate
Sodium Chloride
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Lemon fruit oil
Citric Acid
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
Coal Tar
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY
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PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY
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DHS TAR
coal tar shampoo
PRODUCT INFORMATION
PRODUCT TYPE
HUMAN OTC DRUG
ITEM CODE (SOURCE)
NDC:0096-0737
ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION
TOPICAL
ACTIVE INGREDIENT/ACTIVE MOIETY
INGREDIENT NAME
BASIS OF STRENGTH
STRENGTH
COAL TAR (UNII: R533ESO2EC) (COAL TAR - U