Balnetar® [OTC]; Betatar® Gel [OTC]; Cutar® [OTC]; Denorex® Original Therapeutic Strength [OTC]; DHS™ Tar [OTC]; DHS™ Targel [OTC]; Doak® Tar [OTC]; Exorex®; Fototar® [OTC] [DSC]; Ionil T® Plus [OTC] [DSC]; MG 217® Medicated Tar [OTC]; MG 217® [OTC]; Neutrogena® T/Gel Extra Strength [OTC]; Neutrogena® T/Gel Stubborn Itch Control [OTC]; Neutrogena® T/Gel [OTC]; Oxipor® VHC [OTC]; Polytar® [OTC] [DSC]; Reme-T™ [OTC]; Scytera™ [OTC]; Tera-Gel™ [OTC]; Zetar® [OTC]
• If you have an allergy to coal tar or any other part of this medicine.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
All forms:
• Do not take this medicine by mouth. For skin only. Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
Bath oil:
• Add to bath water.
• Soak for directed amount of time, then pat dry.
Gel:
• Apply a thin layer to the affected skin and rub in gently.
• Leave on skin for the directed amount of time, then pat area with a clean tissue.
Lotion, solution:
• Follow directions given by healthcare provider or read the package insert.
Ointment:
• Apply a thin layer to the affected skin and rub in gently.
Shampoo:
• Wet hair and scalp.
• Apply enough shampoo to lather.
• Lather well.
• Rinse and reapply, lather, and leave on for 5 minutes.
• Rinse and dry hair.
• Apply a missed dose as soon as possible.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
• Do not apply a double dose or extra doses.
• Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
• Follow up with healthcare provider.
Created: 2005-04-07 16:30:07.0
Modified: 2010-03-09 08:26:44.0
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• This medicine is used to treat dandruff.
• This medicine is used to treat psoriasis.
• This medicine is used to control seborrheic dermatitis.
• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
• Most medicines can be thrown away in household trash after mixing with coffee grounds or kitty litter and sealing in a plastic bag.
• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or in Canada to Health Canada's Canada Vigilance Program at 1-866-234-2345.
• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
• Read the package insert for more details.
• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
• This medicine can stain fingernails, hair, and skin.
• Protect clothing and fabrics from staining.
• You can get sunburned more easily. Avoid sun, sunlamps, and tanning beds. Use sunscreen; wear protective clothing and eyewear.
• Do not put coverings (bandages, dressings, make-up) over the area unless told to do so by healthcare provider.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.
• Skin irritation.
• Scalp irritation.
• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.
• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Severe skin irritation.
• Any rash.
• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
