Nizoral Anti-dandruff Shampoo is specifically formulated for adults and adolescents over 12 struggling with persistent dandruff, offering a clinically proven solution to tackle its root cause and symptoms like itching and flaking. Its key win is effectively clearing and preventing dandruff, but it's important to remember it's a medicated treatment and not a substitute for everyday shampoo, requiring specific usage frequency and adherence to instructions.
Ketoconazole 2% w/w: Contains 20 mg of ketoconazole per 1g of shampoo, a powerful antifungal agent clinically proven to combat the fungus responsible for dandruff.
Clinically Proven Treatment: Scientifically demonstrated to be effective in treating dandruff.
Treats the Cause of Dandruff: Unlike cosmetic shampoos, Nizoral targets the underlying fungal infection on the scalp.
Relieves 3 Main Scalp Symptoms: Effectively alleviates itching, removes flakes, and soothes inflammation caused by dandruff.
Prevents Recurrence: Regular use as directed helps prevent dandruff from returning after initial treatment.
Versatile Use: Also indicated for the treatment of tinea versicolor, a common skin fungal infection.
Clinically Proven: Offers a reliable and effective solution for dandruff.
Targets Root Cause: Addresses the fungal infection directly, leading to long-term relief.
Comprehensive Symptom Relief: Effectively reduces itching, flaking, and inflammation.
Dandruff Prevention: Helps keep dandruff from returning with regular maintenance use.
Additional Treatment: Can be used for tinea versicolor.
Not for Daily Use: Designed as a medicated treatment, not a regular shampoo.
Specific Application Time: Requires leaving on the scalp for 3-5 minutes for optimal results.
Age Restriction: Only for use in adults and adolescents over 12 years.
Consultation Needed: If dandruff doesn't clear after 4 weeks, professional medical advice is required.
Clinically Proven: Offers a reliable and effective solution for dandruff.
Targets Root Cause: Addresses the fungal infection directly, leading to long-term relief.
Comprehensive Symptom Relief: Effectively reduces itching, flaking, and inflammation.
Dandruff Prevention: Helps keep dandruff from returning with regular maintenance use.
Additional Treatment: Can be used for tinea versicolor.
Not for Daily Use: Designed as a medicated treatment, not a regular shampoo.
Specific Application Time: Requires leaving on the scalp for 3-5 minutes for optimal results.
Age Restriction: Only for use in adults and adolescents over 12 years.
Consultation Needed: If dandruff doesn't clear after 4 weeks, professional medical advice is required.
Nizoral Anti-dandruff Shampoo is a potent medicated treatment designed to address dandruff and tinea versicolor. Its effectiveness comes from its active ingredient, ketoconazole, which tackles the fungal overgrowth on the scalp.
For Dandruff Treatment:
Wet hair thoroughly.
Apply a small amount of shampoo to your scalp.
Work into a rich lather, ensuring good contact with the scalp.
For best results, leave the shampoo on your scalp for 3 to 5 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly with water.
Usage Frequency for Dandruff:
Initial Treatment: Use twice weekly for 2 to 4 weeks to clear dandruff.
Prevention: After clearing dandruff, use once every 1 to 2 weeks to prevent its return.
For Tinea Versicolor Treatment:
Use once daily for a maximum of 5 days.
For Prevention before Sun Exposure: Use once daily for a maximum of 3 days before anticipated sun exposure.
Important Notes:
Shake the bottle well before use.
Do not use more often than directed.
This is a treatment for your scalp; do not confuse it with an everyday shampoo.
Use this medicine only on your skin.
Setup: Using Nizoral requires minimal setup. Simply shake the bottle before use and be ready to apply it to wet hair.
Compatibility:
Age Group: Suitable for use by adults and adolescents over 12 years of age.
Skin Use: Designed strictly for external use on the skin, specifically the scalp for dandruff, and affected areas for tinea versicolor.
Care and Storage:
Storage: Store the shampoo according to the instructions on the package leaflet.
Safety: Always keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Shake Bottle: Remember to shake the bottle before each use to ensure the active ingredients are well mixed.