Apitar Plus Shampoo 150ml

Apitar Plus Shampoo 150ml is a shampoo for psoriasis of the scalp. It is a dispensing preparation that contains coal tar and salicylic acid. Pack size: 150ml.

Uses of Apitar Plus Shampoo 150ml

Apitar Plus Shampoo 150ml is used for psoriasis of the scalp. Use it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has advised, and do not use it for longer than recommended.

Ingredients

Coal tar and salicylic acid.

How Apitar Plus Shampoo 150ml works

Coal tar slows down the rapid growth of skin cells that causes scaling, and it has anti-itch and mild antiseptic effects. This reduces flaking, redness and itching over a few weeks of regular use.

Salicylic acid is a keratolytic, which means it loosens the bonds holding dead skin cells together so they shed more easily. This softens hard, thickened skin such as warts and corns, removes scales and helps unclog pores in acne. It also has mild anti-inflammatory properties.

Possible side effects

Most people use this product without problems. Some may notice:

• Skin or scalp irritation
• Unpleasant smell
• Staining of light hair, skin or clothing
• Dryness
• Peeling
• Mild stinging or burning

Precautions

• Coal tar can stain light hair, skin and clothes and may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight.
• Do not use it over large areas of skin, and keep it away from healthy skin around warts or patches.
• Do a small patch test first, and keep it away from the eyes, lips, inside of the nose and broken skin unless your doctor says otherwise.
• Stop using it and see your doctor if you notice severe redness, swelling, blistering or a rash.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it on children, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of reach of children and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.