Dentinox Cradle Cap Treatment Shampoo 125ml

Dentinox Cradle Cap Treatment Shampoo is a medicine for the treatment of infant cradle cap, and for general care of infant scalp and hair. It contains two cleansing surfactants, sodium lauryl ether sulpho-succinate and sodium lauryl ether sulphate, and is suitable to use from birth onwards.

• Pack: 125ml bottle
• Format: Clear, colourless shampoo
• Active ingredients: Sodium lauryl ether sulpho-succinate 6% w/w, sodium lauryl ether sulphate 2.7% w/w
• Used for: Treatment of infant cradle cap, and general care of infant scalp and hair
• Suitable from: Birth onwards
• Before first use: Test on a small area of the baby's skin the day before you intend to use the shampoo. Do not use if any signs of redness or skin irritation occur within 24 hours of the test
• How to use: Wet the baby's head with warm water. Squeeze a little shampoo onto your palm and massage gently but firmly over the entire scalp. Avoid excess massaging and hot water. Rinse off and repeat the application, then rinse well and gently dry. Do not try to remove the cradle cap by picking at it
• Dose: Two shampoo applications of 2-3ml each. Repeat at each bath-time until the scalp is clear, then use as necessary
• Do not use: If your baby is allergic to sodium lauryl ether sulpho-succinate, sodium lauryl ether sulphate or any of the other ingredients; if the skin on the scalp is broken; if there are signs of scalp infection (redness, blistering, oozing, warmth); if your baby has any signs of eczema on the scalp, such as redness, swelling, blistering, dryness or cracking of the skin
• Warnings: Avoid contact with the eyes; if the product or lather gets into the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water and contact a doctor or pharmacist if irritation persists. Do not use other shampoos at the same time, as this can make the skin very dry. If the condition persists, consult your doctor
• Ingredient information: Contains sodium benzoate (E211), which may increase jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) in newborn babies up to 4 weeks old, and may cause local irritation
• Side effects: Stop using it and seek medical advice if you notice signs of skin sensitivity (allergy). Scalp redness, skin irritation, skin inflammation and skin dryness may also occur
• Licence: PA1113/020/001 (Phoenix Labs)
• Brand: Dentinox
• Pharmacist advice: If you are not sure whether this medicine is suitable, ask our pharmacist at Leahy's Pharmacy Tralee before you buy or use it.
• Safety: Always read the label and the patient information leaflet before use.