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Salidex Lotion

Salidex Lotion

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Consume Type

TOPICAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Salidex Lotion

Salidex Lotion belongs to a class of medicine known as an antifungal. Salidex Lotion is primarily used to treat dandruff and control seborrheic dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin on the scalp). Dandruff is a flaky, itchy scalp without signs of inflammation. It is unnecessary shedding of dead skin from the scalp.

Salidex Lotion is composed of two medicines: Ketoconazole (antifungal) and salicylic acid (keratolytic agent). Ketoconazole is an antifungal agent that works by preventing the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Salicylic acid belongs to a class of drugs known as keratoplastic, which works by removing dead cells from the skin’s top layer and slowing down skin cell's growth. This effect decreases scaling and dryness, thus relieving itching and cracking related to dandruff.

Take Salidex Lotion as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Salidex Lotion as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience warmth or a burning sensation, skin irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. Most of these side effects of Salidex Lotion do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Salidex Lotion or other medications. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Salidex Lotion. Salidex Lotion is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and efficacy of Salidex Lotion have not been established.

Uses of Salidex Lotion

Treatment of Dandruff, Dermatitis.

Medicinal Benefits

Salidex Lotion is primarily used to treat dandruff and dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin on the scalp). Salidex Lotion is composed of two medicines: Ketoconazole (antifungal) and salicylic acid (keratoplastic). Ketoconazole is an antifungal agent that works by preventing the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Salicylic acid belongs to a class of drugs known as keratoplastic (thickens the keratin layers). It works by removing dead cells from the skin’s top layer and slowing down skin cell's growth. This effect decreases scaling and dryness, thus relieving itching and cracking related to dandruff. 

Directions for Use

Lotion: Wash the infected skin and dry it well. Rub the lotion softly into the affected area and nearby skin with clean fingers.Shampoo: It is only for external use. Check the label for directions before using shampoo. Wet hair and apply a generous amount of shampoo on the scalp, depending on the length of the hair. Massage gently and leave it on the scalp and hair for a few minutes. Then, thoroughly rinse with water. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse with water thoroughly.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Salidex Lotion

  • Feeling of warmth
  • Burning sensation
  • Skin irritation
  • Itching
  • Redness 

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Salidex Lotion or other medications.  Salidex Lotion should not be taken if you have other scalp related disease. Before taking Salidex Lotion inform your doctor if you are taking other medicines. Inform your doctor if you have come in contact with sunlight. Avoid contact of topical Salidex Lotion with nose, mouth or eyes as it may irritate. Immediately stop using Salidex Lotion and inform your doctor if you may observe irritation or any other skin infection. In case Salidex Lotion comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Salidex Lotion. Salidex Lotion is not recommended for children below 12 years.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Salidex Lotion may interact with the antianxiety drug (alprazolam), heart disease (quinidine, amiodarone), blood pressure-lowering pills (aliskiren, felodipine, nifedipine), medicines used to treat enlarged prostate (alfuzosin), anticancer (busulfan).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid caffeine-containing food and drinking alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have allergy, heart or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Salidex Lotion.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • QUINIDINE
  • AMIODARONE
  • ALISKIREN
  • FELODIPINE
  • NIFEDIPINE
  • ALFUZOSIN
  • BUSULFAN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not scratch the affected area of skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.

  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets with others.

  • Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.

  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

  • Leave the shampoo on for three to five minutes before rinsing.

  • Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and sleep peacefully. 

Special Advise

Avoid contact of Salidex Lotion with nose, mouth or eyes. If Salidex Lotion comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Dandruff: It is unnecessary shedding of dead skin from the scalp. Shedding skin is a normal sensation of the body as skin cells die and peel off. White flakes or scales are detectable as dandruff when there is excessive shedding of dead cells.

Seborrheic dermatitis: The skin disease causes scaly patches and red skin, mainly on the scalp. It can cause stubborn dandruff. 

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advisable not to drink alcohol while taking Salidex Lotion.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Salidex Lotion is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks benefit outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Salidex Lotion does not show any harmful effects in breastfeeding mothers. Salidex Lotion should be used only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Salidex Lotion has negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Salidex Lotion should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Salidex Lotion should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases if prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Salidex Lotion is not recommended for children below 12 years.

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FAQs

Salidex Lotion is primarily used to treat dandruff and control seborrheic dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin on the scalp).
No, you are not recommended to stop using Salidex Lotion without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infections. Therefore, take Salidex Lotion for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Salidex Lotion, please consult your doctor.
Oily hair and scalp, poor diet, certain illnesses like Parkinson’s disease, and frequent contact with extreme heat and cold are the factors that increase the chances of having dandruff.
Salidex Lotion is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not apply Salidex Lotion on mucous membranes, lesions or large areas of skin. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with cold water.
Salidex Lotion is composed of two medicines: Ketoconazole (antifungal) and salicylic acid (keratolytic agent). Ketoconazole is an antifungal agent that works by preventing the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by avoiding them from forming their own protective covering. Salicylic acid belongs to a class of drugs known as keratoplastic, which works by removing dead cells from the skin’s top layer and slowing down skin cell's growth. This effect decreases scaling and dryness, thus relieving itching and cracking related to dandruff.
Dandruff can be caused by several things. One of the main causes is the oil produced by the scalp makes the dead skin cells club together and produce white flakes. Dandruff flakes are dead skin cells that easily fall off the scalp. Dandruff can be caused by dry skin, yeast like fungus or other skin illnesses like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis or eczema.

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