Coal Tar Shampoo
Coal tar is a keratoplastic agent that works by causing the skin to shed dead cells from its top layer and slowing down the growth of skin cells. This reduces scaling, dryness, and itching associated with scalp conditions.
Dosage by Body Weight
Wet hair and scalp thoroughly. Apply a sufficient amount of shampoo to produce a rich lather, massage into the scalp, and leave on for several minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Usually used 1 to 2 times weekly, or as directed by a physician.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants have not been established. Avoid use unless explicitly prescribed by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not based on body weight
- Frequency
- Consult a pediatrician
- Tracking Notes
- Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for young children.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not based on body weight
- Frequency
- Consult a pediatrician
- Tracking Notes
- Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for young children.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not based on body weight
- Frequency
- Consult a physician
- Tracking Notes
- Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for children.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not based on body weight
- Frequency
- Consult a physician
- Tracking Notes
- Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for children.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and efficacy in infants have not been established. Avoid use unless explicitly prescribed by a pediatrician. |
| 5-7 kg | Not based on body weight | Consult a pediatrician | Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for young children. |
| 8-10 kg | Not based on body weight | Consult a pediatrician | Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for young children. |
| 11-15 kg | Not based on body weight | Consult a physician | Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for children. |
| 16-20 kg | Not based on body weight | Consult a physician | Topical medication. Use only under medical supervision for children. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to treat itchy, flaky, and scaling scalp conditions such as dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and scalp psoriasis.
Generic Name
Coal TarBranded Drug Names
Coal Tar Shampoo is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.