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Dandruff Plus Lotion is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion. Dandruff Plus Lotion also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Dandruff Plus Lotion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dandruff Plus Lotion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Dandruff Plus Lotion normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Dandruff Plus Lotion has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Dandruff Plus Lotion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dandruff Plus Lotion related warnings section.
Dandruff Plus Lotion is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Dandruff Plus Lotion contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Dandruff Plus Lotion may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dandruff Plus Lotion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Dandruff Plus Lotion is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Dandruff Plus Lotion safe for pregnant women?
Dandruff Plus can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dandruff Plus, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dandruff Plus Lotion safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Dandruff Plus for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Dandruff Plus Lotion on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Dandruff Plus for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Dandruff Plus Lotion on the Liver?
Information about safety of Dandruff Plus for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Dandruff Plus Lotion on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Dandruff Plus for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dandruff Plus Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dandruff Plus Lotion habit forming or addictive?
Dandruff Plus Lotion does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Dandruff Plus Lotion
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dandruff Plus Lotion with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dandruff Plus Lotion
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dandruff Plus Lotion with alcohol.
No, Dandruff Plus is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of drug known as imidazole antifungal agents which are used to treat fungal infections.
No, Dandruff Plus does not cause hair loss. There have been no known cases of this drug causing hair loss. However, do keep your doctor informed if you are experiencing hair loss with Dandruff Plus.
Yes, Dandruff Plus is safe to use, if it used in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the dermatologist. However, few side effects are observed such as localised irritation with a stinging and burning sensation.
No, Dandruff Plus is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug that is used to treat fungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (a fungal infection between the toes known as athlete's foot).
No, Dandruff Plus does not cause stomach upset when applied topically. However, Dandruff Plus can cause stomach upset if taken orally.
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 792-793
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