Selenium Sulfide

Dandruff, Tinea Versicolor, Dermatitis, Seborrheic

Treatment

5 FDA approvals

0 Active Studies for Selenium Sulfide

Treatment for

Dandruff

What is Selenium Sulfide

Selenium Sulfide

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Selenium Sulfide is a medication used to treat dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and tinea capitis. It is an antifungal agent that slows the growth of cells in seborrhea. Selenium Sulfide is often found in shampoo and is primarily used to treat scalp infections in children.

Selsun Oro

is the brand name

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Selenium Sulfide Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Selsun Oro

Selenium Sulfide

1952

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Selenium Sulfide, also called Selsun Oro, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses such as Seborrheic Dermatitis and Tinea Versicolor .

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Tinea Versicolor

Dandruff

Dermatitis, Seborrheic

Dandruff

Effectiveness

How Selenium Sulfide Affects Patients

Selenium sulfide is an antifungal used in shampoos to treat dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It works by stopping the growth of the fungus <i>P. ovale</i>, and also slows the growth of cells in dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It is safe and effective when used at a concentration of 0.6%.

How Selenium Sulfide works in the body

Selenium sulfide works by slowing down the rate at which skin cells are replaced, as well as having antibacterial, antifungal, and irritant effects. In studies, it has been shown to be effective against several types of fungi and bacteria including Malassezia furfur, Microsporum sp., Pityrosporon sp., and Trichophyton sp. It has even been proven to be sporicidal to Trichophyton tonsurans, a common cause of tinea capitis. In one study, 2.5% selenium sulfide was found to be as effective as 1

When to interrupt dosage

The proposed measure of Selenium Sulfide is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, for example Seborrheic Dermatitis, Pityriasis versicolor and Dandruff. The dosage likewise differs as indicated by the technique of delivery (e.g. Liquid or Shampoo) specified in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Tinea Versicolor

, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mL/mL, 0.144 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 22.5 mg/mL, 0.025 mg/mL, 23.0 mg/mL, 0.006 mL/mL, 1.0 %, 6.0 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mg, 0.0225 mg/mL, 3.25 mL/mL

, Topical, Shampoo - Topical, Shampoo, Liquid, Liquid - Topical, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Cloth, Aerosol, foam, Cloth - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical, Lotion / shampoo - Topical, Lotion / shampoo, Cream - Topical, Cream, Shampoo, suspension - Topical, Shampoo, suspension

Dandruff

, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mL/mL, 0.144 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 22.5 mg/mL, 0.025 mg/mL, 23.0 mg/mL, 0.006 mL/mL, 1.0 %, 6.0 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mg, 0.0225 mg/mL, 3.25 mL/mL

Dermatitis, Seborrheic

, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mL/mL, 0.144 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg, 25.0 mg/mL, 22.5 mg/mL, 0.025 mg/mL, 23.0 mg/mL, 0.006 mL/mL, 1.0 %, 6.0 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mg, 0.0225 mg/mL, 3.25 mL/mL

Warnings

Common Selenium Sulfide Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Selenium Sulfide Toxicity & Overdose Risk

While there is no proof of serious harm to humans from acute ingestion of selenium sulfide, animal studies suggest that eating a large amount of it could cause toxicity in people.

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Selenium Sulfide Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Selenium Sulfide?

Two active clinical trials are currently in progress to ascertain the utility of Selenium Sulfide in the management of Pityriasis versicolor, Dandruff and Seborrheic Dermatitis.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Dermatitis, Seborrheic

0 Actively Recruiting

Dandruff

0 Actively Recruiting

Tinea Versicolor

0 Actively Recruiting

Selenium Sulfide Reviews: What are patients saying about Selenium Sulfide?

Patient Review

8/7/2009

Selenium Sulfide for Fungal Infection of the Skin with Yellow Patches

Tinea Veriscolar is no match for this shampoo! I've been using it to great success since the early '90s. It's admittedly smelly and messy, but it stops the itching almost immediately. After just one week of use, the spots stopped spreading. And if they do happen to flare up again (usually from sun exposure), a liberal application of the shampoo before bedtime does wonders!

Patient Review

7/29/2009

Selenium Sulfide for Fungal Infection of the Skin with Yellow Patches

This provided fast relief from the itching I was experiencing and also helped reduce inflammation.

4.7

Patient Review

10/18/2014

Selenium Sulfide for Dandruff

This is a great weekly treatment for dandruff. The only downside is that it can be pretty drying to your hair.

4.3

Patient Review

1/13/2009

Selenium Sulfide for Scaly Oily Skin Problem Primarily On Face and Scalp

3.7

Patient Review

6/15/2014

Selenium Sulfide for Fungal Infection of the Skin with Yellow Patches

The first time I used this, it took a few weeks to work; however, it was effective in treating the infection. Recently, I've started using it again for a new infection and, unfortunately, it doesn't seem to be working as quickly or as well as the first time around.

2.3

Patient Review

6/5/2013

Selenium Sulfide for Scaly Oily Skin Problem Primarily On Face and Scalp

My son's head broke out worse after using this medication. The smell is incredibly unpleasant, too.

Patient Review

3/26/2012

Selenium Sulfide for Dandruff

I had a severe allergic reaction to this. Not only did it make my dandruff worse, but my hair itch became chronic.

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Patient Q&A Section about selenium sulfide

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is selenium sulfide harmful?

"Breathing Selenium Sulfide can irritate the nose and throat. High exposure may cause headache, nausea, vomiting, garlic odor of the breath, metallic taste and coated tongue. Selenium Sulfide may cause cancer in humans as it has been shown to cause liver and lung cancer in animals."

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What is selenium sulfide used for?

"Selenium sulfide 1% and 2.5% strengths are used on the scalp to help control the symptoms of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Selenium sulfide 2.5% strength is used also on the body to treat tinea versicolor (a type of fungus infection of the skin)."

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What Does selenium sulfide do to fungus?

"Selenium IV sulfide can be used to treat fungal infections such as dandruff and tinea versicolor. Selenium sulfide is an effective antifungal agent that can help clear up these infections."

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