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Coal Tar Shampoo - Topical


Coal tar shampoo is used to treat the itching and skin flaking/irritation caused by certain skin conditions of the head and scalp (e.g., dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis).

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Ionil T, Zetar, Doctar, Iocon, Pentrax Gold, Mg217 Medicated Tar

 
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pc Tar
Ionil T, Zetar, Doctar, Iocon, Pentrax Gold, Mg217 Medicated Tar

Uses
Coal tar shampoo is used to treat the itching and skin flaking/irritation caused by certain skin conditions of the head and scalp (e.g., dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis).


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • This product may be harmful if swallowed.

How To Use
  • Apply Pc Tar onto the hair and scalp usually twice weekly; or as directed by your doctor.
  • Shake the bottle well before each application/shampoo.
  • Wet your hair thoroughly with water and rub the shampoo into lather on your hair and scalp.
  • Rinse your hair well with water and repeat.
  • This medicated shampoo is for use on the scalp and hair only.
  • Do not use if you have open skin (e.g., sores/wounds) on your scalp.
  • Avoid getting any of this shampoo in your eyes.
  • If eye contact occurs, rinse your eyes thoroughly with water.
  • If eye irritation persists or worsens, contact your doctor promptly.
  • Avoid getting any of this shampoo on your clothes.
  • This product may stain your clothing.

Side Effects
  • Minor skin/scalp irritation or darkened/stained skin may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: large and/or painful skin sores/pimples on the scalp.
  • An allergic reaction to this product is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: other skin conditions, any allergies.
  • Pc Tar may make you more sensitive to the sun.
  • Avoid prolonged sun exposure or wear protective clothing or a hat when outdoors.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medicated shampoo.
  • It is unknown if Pc Tar passes into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: other medicated shampoos or topical products.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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