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Pronunciation:

(klor OKS een)

U.S. Brand Names:

Capitrol®

Generic Available:

Canadian Brand Names:

Capitrol®

Use:

Treatment of dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp

Pregnancy Risk Factor:

Dosage:

Use twice weekly, massage into wet scalp, avoid contact with eyes, lather should remain on the scalp for approximately 3 minutes, then rinsed; application should be repeated and the scalp rinsed thoroughly

Patient Education:

For external use only; avoid contact with eyes; if irritation, burning, or rash occurs, discontinue use; may discolor blonde, gray, or bleached hair

Nursing Implications:

For external use only; avoid contact with eyes; if irritation, burning, or rash occurs, discontinue use; may discolor blonde, gray, or bleached hair

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment:

No significant effects or complications reported

Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions:

No information available to require special precautions

Dosage Forms:

Shampoo, topical: 2% (110 g) [contains benzyl alcohol]

International Brand Names:

Capitrol® (CA); Endiaron® (CZ); Endiaron N® [compr.] (CZ)

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