Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo 250Ml

Warnings

• Before using the shampoo
• This product is suitable for most people. If you are in any doubt about using this product talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
• Do not use this product if you have
• – Had a bad reaction to coal tar or any ingredients in this product.
• – Inflamed or broken skin.
• – A rare and severe form of psoriasis causing redness, inflammation and blistering of the skin (erythrodermic or pustular psoriasis).
• If any of the above applies talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
• Special Warnings about the product
• – Avoid contact with eyes.
• – Coal tar may cause your skin to react to sunlight after use, so you should avoid direct sunlight immediately after use.
• – In rare cases, there may be temporary discolouration of blond, bleached or tinted hair.
• Pregnancy and Breast-feeding
• Do not use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding unless recommended by your doctor.
• Some of the ingredients can cause problems
• – Methyl (E218) and Propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoate may cause allergic reactions which could be delayed.
• – Esters of benzoic acid, benzyl benzoate and butylated hydroxytoluene (E321) can mildly irritate the skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
• Children under 12 years of age
• Should not be used by children under 12 years of age.
• Adults and children aged 12 years and over
• Apply the shampoo as described above two or three times a week.
• – Treatment should last about 6 weeks. If there is no improvement after 6 weeks consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• – If irritation develops, stop using the shampoo and contact your doctor if necessary.
• If anyone has swallowed this product
• If you or your child accidentally swallows T/Gel® Shampoo, contact a doctor or your nearest accident and emergency department (Casualty) taking this pack with you.
• Possible side-effects
• This product can have side-effects like all medicines, although these don’t affect everyone and are usually mild.
• Effects which may occur include:
• – Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing.
• – Allergic reactions including itchy rash and sensitivity to light.
• – Dry hair, hair loss, acne like breakouts or rash.
• – Application site reactions including skin irritation, burning sensation, itching and dry scalp.
• Reporting of side-effects
• If you get any side-effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side- effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side-effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side-effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.