Uses
For the treatment of tinea versicolor, seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, and dandruff.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
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- Brands
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- Manufacturers
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- Available from stock
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Selenium sulfide is a prescription medicine. It is available as lotion for topical use. MedsAcross supplies Selenium sulfide for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.
Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review
Key facts
- ATC classification
- D01AE13 Selenium sulfide · Antifungals for the skin, subgroup D01A, subgroup D01AE
- US FDA first approval
- 17 May 1951
- EU status
- Not recorded
- Orphan designation
- Not recorded
- WHO essential medicine
- Not recorded
- India (CDSCO)
- Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
- Routes
- Topical
- Dosage forms
- Lotion
- Identifiers
- UNII Z69D9E381QRxCUI 36345CAS 7488-56-4DrugBank DB00971Q419375
Clinical information
From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.
Dosing overview
See application instructions on rear panel of this bottle. For treatment of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis: For the usual case, two applications each week for two weeks will afford control. After this, the suspension may be used at less frequent intervals - weekly, every two weeks, or even every 3 or 4 weeks in some cases. The preparation should not be applied more frequently than required to maintain control. For treatment of tinea versicolor: Apply to affected areas and lather with a small amount of water. Allow product to remain on skin for 10 minutes, then rinse the body thoroughly. Repeat this procedure once a day for seven days.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Contraindications
This product should not be used by patients allergic to any of its components.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Warnings and precautions
For External Use Only. Do not use on broken skin or inflamed areas. If allergic reactions occur, discontinue use. Avoid getting shampoo in eyes or in contact with genital area as it may cause irritation and burning. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Side effects
In decreasing order of severity: skin irritation, occasional reports of increase in amount of normal hair loss, discoloration of hair (can be avoided or minimized by thorough rinsing of hair after treatment). As with other shampoos, oiliness or dryness of hair and scalp may occur.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Storage
Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).
Source: US FDA prescribing information
For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.
All presentations
1 presentations of Selenium sulfide, sorted by availability.
| Medicine | Manufacturer | Register | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selenium sulfide 2.5 mg/100 mL lotionTopicalGeneric name | — | US FDA | Available on request |
Regulatory status
Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.
| Register | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| US FDA | First approved 17 May 1951 | Drugs@FDA |
| EU (EMA) | Not recorded | — |
| India (CDSCO) | Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists | — |
| United States | Registered | US FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026 |
Conditions
Conditions linked to Selenium sulfide in public data. This is not a list of approved uses, see the clinical information.
Questions and answers
Is Selenium sulfide available for export from India?
Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 1 presentations of Selenium sulfide and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.
Is Selenium sulfide approved by the US FDA?
Yes. The US FDA first approved Selenium sulfide on 17 May 1951, according to Drugs@FDA.
Does Selenium sulfide need cold chain shipping?
No listed presentation of Selenium sulfide is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.
Which ATC class is Selenium sulfide in?
Selenium sulfide is classified under ATC code D01AE13 (Selenium sulfide).
References
- SELENIUM SULFIDE prescribing information (Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 31 May 2025
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