• 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
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