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CAPASAL THERAPEUTIC SHAMPOO is a brand name for Coconut Oil. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For use as a shampoo in the treatment of dry, scaly scalp conditions such as seborrhoeic eczema, seborrhoeic dermatitis, pityriasis capitis, psoriasis and cradle cap in children. It may also be used to remove previous scalp applications.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
For adults, children and the elderly. Use as a shampoo, daily if necessary, reducing the frequency of use to once or twice a week as the condition improves. Thereafter, occasional use may be necessary. Wet the hair thoroughly. Massage a small amount of the shampoo into the scalp (approximately a quantity the size of a fifty pence piece for short hair, adjusting up depending on length/thickness of hair), leaving on for a few minutes before washing out.
If necessary, repeat, producing a rich lather. Rinse hair well and dry.
None known. Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product.
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Keep away from the eyes. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. For external use only. 15mg of sodium benzoate (E 211) per gram of shampoo. Sodium benzoate (E 211) may cause local irritation. Sodium benzoate may increase jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) in newborn babies (up to 4 weeks old).
In case of irritation, or if there is no improvement after 4 weeks, or the scalp condition seems to look or feel worse, discontinue treatment and tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
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Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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