Coaltoz-KZ Shampoo

Short Description

Coaltoz-KZ Shampoo is a combination medicine used to treat dandruff, providing a shiny appearance to the hair.

Dosage Form

Shampoo

Introduction

Coaltoz-KZ Shampoo is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, as it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Make sure not to leave it on scalp for more than 5 minutes. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water. This medicine is usually safe, however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine for the dandruff. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

Side Effects

Burning Irritation Itching Redness at the application site

Breastfeeding Warning

Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Pregnancy Warning

The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Coaltoz-KZ Shampoo is a combination of two medicines: Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid which treat dandruff. Ketoconazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Salicylic Acid is a keratolytic medicine which helps break down the skin clumps on scalp and relieves itching and flaking associated with dandruff.

Use it for the treatment and prevention of dandruff Leave the shampoo on for three to five minutes before rinsing Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth, or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Stop using Coaltoz-KZ Shampoo and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection. Your usual shampoo can be used as necessary between treatment with this medicine.