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My doctor told mw to use ketaconozole shampoo daily for seb dermatitis . now used for two weeks but very little improvement. how long must i use daily?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

For few weeks: You need to you a little longer for at least 6 weeks to see the effect on seborrhic dermatitis.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 4/24/2019

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See a dermatologist: You probably need something else. Meanwhile try head & shoulders or selsun blue.

Answered 3/26/2013

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