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Selenium

Trade Name
Selsun

Generic Name
SELENIUM

Drug Class
Tinea versicolor (fungus) medication

Dandruff medication

Seborrhea medication

How It Works
Medication reduces corneocyte production
Medication anti-fungus activity (mechanism of action) not known

Serious Side Effects
None

Common Side Effects
hair discoloration
hair loss
skin irritation

Important Notice

This document is not a complete guide and is intended only for general consumer understanding and education. It is not meant to substitute for your physician or pharmacist. Medicues Pharmacy should not be used to indicate drug safety, effectiveness, or the appropriateness of use. Please consult you physician or pharmacist for questions regarding your medication use.

Medication information has been obtained from the Pharmacuetical Physician Prescribing information.

Updated March 9th 2009

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