Question 1

which selsun blue shud b used for seborrheic dermatitis? the abnormal dryiness n secretion of oil?

Accepted Answer

Max strength: use max strength selsun blue that is 1% or better is selsun not selsun blue that is 2% and perhaps is still prescription item. Do not use more often than directed

Question 2

have seborrheic dermatitis on crown of my head. used rx ketoconazole 3x/wk x 2 weeks & its still there. need more time? any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Better?: More time if getting better.However if not improving then see your provider and if they do not know what to do ask for referral to Dermatology

Question 3

can mupirocin 2% be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis ?

Accepted Answer

No: This is an antibiotic and seborrheic dermatitis is not an infection.

Question 4

can lamisil (terbinafine) in tablet form be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

No: Seborrheic dermatitis is treated with topical agents, such as selenium containing shampoos and ketoconazole shampoo.

Question 5

i was prescribed ketaconozol cream for my seborrheic dermatitis a few years ago. i had used the medication off and on but i stopped using it about 7 months ago. is expired ketaconozol cream dangerous?

Accepted Answer

: Likely not. The expiration date on these items is the last date when they are expected to have the strength to do the job. After that point they become weaker and may do nothing. You can always have a sensitivity reaction to such products, like an allergy, but it would likely have shown up to the original product the 1st time you used it.

Question 6

a cream like zinc pyrithione ( i have seborrheic dermatitis ) if gets too hot, can be harmful if used or just loses beneficial effect?

Accepted Answer

Try it on a small: area, it won't harm, but might not work, good luck

Question 7

started using nizoral (ketoconazole) 2% last week per dr.'s orders. they say twice a week use is good. i've not noticed any change in my seborrheic dermatitis flakes?

Accepted Answer

NIzoral (ketoconazole) Cream: Is for fungal or yeast infections. If you do not have these problems it will not be effective.

Question 8

i was prescribed ketoconazol for my seborrheic dermatitis, and my doctor said to use it sparingly as needed. i used it off and on for a pretty long time when my dermatitis flared up. would this have affected my health in any negative way?

Accepted Answer

: Visit this site for information on this topic and discuss the matter with the doctor who prescribed the medication: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a605014.html
Wish you good health!

Question 9

o i treat seborrheic dermatitis

Accepted Answer

Antifungals: Topical antifungals, such as ketoconazole cream, are the mainstay of treatment. Other topicals used for this include steroids and dandruff shampoos (selenium or zinc pyrithione). Topical steroids should be avoided on the face, and if absolutely necessary, you should use the lowest strength possible for the shortest amount of time.

Question 10

what increases  risk for seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Seb Derm: A yeast (fungus) called malassezia. This fungus is one of the normal microscopic life forms that grow, along with certain bacteria, in your skin's oily secretion (sebum). Creams, foams or lotions containing an antifungal agent, such as ketoconazole (ketozole, extina), often help reduce flare-ups, supporting the idea that this yeast is a contributing factor. This codition is not contagious.

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