Dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, hyperkeratotic skin conditions: Topical:
Body wash: Apply liberally to body; work into lather and rinse off; repeat as needed.
Cleansing bar: Wash affected areas in place of regular soap at least twice weekly or as directed.
Cream, spray: Apply to affected area 1 to 3 times daily or as directed.
Shampoo, conditioner: Use at least twice weekly for best results, but may be used with each washing.
Tinea versicolor (off-label use): Topical: Shampoo 1%, 2%: Apply to affected area(s) of damp skin, lather, leave on 5 minutes, and rinse; repeat once daily for 2 weeks (Fredriksson 1983; Goldstein 2022).
There are no dosage adjustments provided in manufacturer's labeling.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in manufacturer's labeling.
Refer to adult dosing.
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling. [DSC] = Discontinued product
Bar, External:
Vanicream Z-Bar: 2% (1 ea [DSC]) [dye free, formaldehyde free, fragrance free, gluten free, lanolin free, paraben free, soap free; contains cetearyl alcohol]
Liquid, External:
DHS Body Wash: 0.5% (240 mL, 480 mL) [color free, fragrance free]
Shampoo, External:
Beta Med: 2% (480 mL)
DHS Zinc: 2% (240 mL, 480 mL) [contains fd&c yellow #6 (sunset yellow)]
May be product dependent
Topical: For topical use only; avoid eyes.
Body wash: Apply wash onto a wet washcloth, sponge, pouf, or hands and apply to body; work into a rich lather and rinse well.
Cleansing bar: Lather bar using warm water and massage into affected areas; rinse well.
Shampoo: Shake well. Apply to wet hair and massage into scalp leaving on for several minutes; rinse and repeat if desired.
Dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, hyperkeratotic skin conditions: Relieves the itching, irritation, and flaking associated with dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and other hyperkeratotic skin conditions.
Tinea versicolor
Pyrithione may be confused with Pyridium
There are no adverse reactions listed in the manufacturer's labeling.
Other warnings/precautions:
• Administration: For external use only; avoid contact with the eyes.
• Self-medication (OTC use): When used for self-medication (OTC) notify health care provider before use if condition covers a large area of the body or if condition worsens or does not improve with regular use.
None known.
There are no known significant interactions.
Liquid (DHS Body Wash External)
0.5% (per mL): $0.04
Shampoo (DHS Zinc External)
2% (per mL): $0.04
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