Octopirox
Piroctone olamine, known by the trade name Octopirox, is an antifungal used in shampoos. It reduces the yeast on the scalp that drives dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis, and it is gentler than some older anti dandruff agents.
What Piroctone Olamine Is Used For
- Dandruff and flaking scalp
- Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp
- Itchy, oily scalp
- Maintenance treatment to prevent dandruff returning
Common Side Effects
- Scalp dryness
- Irritation or itching
- Change in hair feel or texture
Precautions
Leave the shampoo on the scalp for three to five minutes before rinsing, since contact time is what makes it work. Dandruff is controlled rather than cured, so most people need to keep using it once or twice a week. Keep it out of the eyes. A scalp that is very red, weeping, painful or losing hair should be seen by a doctor.
This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.
