Salicylic Acid, Sulfur, and Coal Tar (Topical)

Brand Names : Sebex-T Tar Shampoo, Sebutone, Vanseb-T

Category

• Antipsoriatic, topical
• Antiseborrheic
• Keratolytic, topical

Description

Salicylic acid, sulfur, (sal-i-SILL-ik AS-id, SUL-fur) and coal tar combination is used to treat dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis of the scalp.

This medicine is available without a prescription; however, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper use of this medicine for your medical condition.

Salicylic acid, sulfur, and coal tar combination is available in the following dosage forms:

Topical
• Cream shampoo (U.S.)
• Lotion shampoo (U.S. and Canada)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S.—

• Sebex-T Tar Shampoo
• Sebutone
• Vanseb-T

In Canada—

• Sebutone