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Surtaderm Shampoo

Manufactured bySWISSKEM HEALTHCARE
ContainsSertaconazole (2 %w/v) + Zinc pyrithione (1 %w/v)
Description
Surtaderm Shampoo is an antifungal medicine that contains Ketoconazole and Zinc pyrithione. It is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections like seborrhoeic dermatitis (a condition that appears as red, dry, flaky, itchy skin on the scalp and other parts of the body) and dandruff. Surtaderm Shampoo works by weakening the fungal cell walls. It kills fungi and prevents infection from spreading. Surtaderm Shampoo has some minor side effects like skin redness, dryness, burning sensation at the site of application. Before you start using it, perform a patch test by applying it to a small area on your skin to know how your skin will react to this medicine. Discontinue the use and consult your doctor if you experience severe burning, itching of the skin, rashes, etc. Surtaderm Shampoo should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Wet your hair and scalp apply a small quantity of this medication to the scalp. Keep it for 3 minutes and rinse with water thoroughly. It is recommended for external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes, mouth, or open wounds. Wash thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact with any of these areas. Surtaderm Shampoo may not be safe to be used in pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this shampoo, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your condition even after four weeks of use.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Surtaderm Shampoo

  • Skin irritation
  • Dry skin
  • Skin rash and itching
  • Hair loss or thinning of the hair

Uses of Surtaderm Shampoo

What is it prescribed for?

  • Seborrheic Dermatitis
  • Dandruff
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Surtaderm Shampoo to start showing its effect is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Surtaderm Shampoo remains effective is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Surtaderm Shampoo.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Surtaderm Shampoo is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this shampoo.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Surtaderm Shampoo is not recommended to be used during breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Surtaderm Shampoo if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor if you experience the symptoms of an allergic reaction such as rashes, itching, swelling of the face/throat/tongue, difficulty breathing, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Surtaderm Shampoo is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this shampoo.

Breast-feeding

Surtaderm Shampoo is not recommended to be used during breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

External Use Only

Surtaderm Shampoo is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds. Wash immediately with water in case of accidental contact. If any of the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help.

Use in Children

Surtaderm Shampoo is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age because of lack of safety and efficacy data.

Sensitivity

Discontinue the use of Surtaderm Shampoo if sensitivity or irritation occurs.

Missed Dose

Surtaderm Shampoo is applied on the needed basis. Apply the missed dose of this shampoo as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not use more quantities to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of Surtaderm Shampoo is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Surtaderm Shampoo is for external use only. Use Surtaderm Shampoo as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not use this medication more often, in larger or smaller quantities, or for longer than prescribed by your doctor. Do not cover the application area with cloth unless specifically instructed by your doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds. Wash immediately with water in case of accidental contact. If any of the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help. Stop using this medicine and inform your doctor if you notice any signs of skin irritation. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Surtaderm Shampoo is a combination of Ketoconazole and Zinc pyrithione. Sertaconazole stops the production of ergosterol, which is a vital component in fungal cell walls. This results in the disruption of the cell membrane formation process and causes cell death. Zinc pyrithione interferes with protein processes essential for the growth of fungi. Thus, this medication treats fungal infections.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Azole antifungals

Schedule

Schedule H

Drugs, H., 2021. Sertaconazole Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a608047.html#other-information>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Zinc pyrithione. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Zinc-pyrithione>
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Information on this page was last updated on 8 Dec 2021

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