SelRx

Name: SelRx

SelRx Drug Class

SelRx is part of the drug class:

  • Other antifungals for topical use

What is SelRx (selenium sulfide topical)?

Selenium sulfide is an antifungal medication. It prevents fungus from growing on your skin.

Selenium sulfide topical (for the skin) is used to treat dandruff, seborrhea, and tinea versicolor (a fungus that discolors the skin).

Selenium sulfide topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

For the Consumer

Applies to selenium sulfide topical: topical cream, topical foam, topical lotion, topical shampoo, topical suspension

Along with its needed effects, selenium sulfide topical (the active ingredient contained in SelRx) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking selenium sulfide topical:

Less common or rare
  • Skin irritation

Some side effects of selenium sulfide topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common
  • Unusual dryness or oiliness of hair or scalp
Less common
  • Increase in normal hair loss

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