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A member asked:

Is selsun shampoo good for dandruff and hair fall? i have heard that increase in hair fall is the side effect of using this shampoo..

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Yes: Itching and redness of scalp. Greasiness or dryness of scalp and hair. Increased hair loss. Hair discoloration. Allergic reaction. The side effects listed may not include all of the side effects reported by the medicine's manufacturer. Read more: http://www.Netdoctor.Co.Uk/skin-and-hair/medicines/selsun-suspension.Html#ixzz2rfgognzd |.

Answered 9/28/2016

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