Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo (Coal Tar Extract)

Product Information:

Presentation: A translucent amber solution containing Neutar solubilised coal tar extract 20mg/ml (equivalent to 5mg/ml coal tar).

Uses: Treatment for seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp, dandruff and scalp psoriasis.

Dosage: For cutaneous use only. Apply liberal amounts of Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo and massage into wet scalp. Leave on scalp for several minutes, rinse scalp, repeat application, then rinse scalp thoroughly. Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo should be used two to three times weekly. Treatment usually lasts for 6 weeks. Longer periods of treatment should only take place under the supervision of a doctor. Not recommended for use in children below the age of 12 years.

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to coal tar or to any of the excipients. Acutely inflamed or broken skin, erythrodermic and generalized pustular psoriasis.

Precautions: If irritation develops, discontinue use and consult physician. In rare instances, temporary discolouration of blond, bleached or tinted hair may occur. Avoid contact with eyes. As coal tar may have a photosensitising action, caution should be exercised in exposing skin to sunlight after use. Contains parahydroxybenzoates which can cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed). Contains esters of benzoic acid and benzyl benzoate which can mildly irritate the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Contains butylated hydoxytoluene which can cause local skin reactions.

Pregnancy and Lactation: It is recommended that Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo is not used during pregnancy or while breast-feeding, unless the risks and benefits have been evaluated and discussed with a physician.

Side effects: Not known incidence: Angioedema, Hypersensitivity (including Urticaria, Photosensitization), Hair loss, Dry Hair, Rash, Application site reactions (including burning sensation, irritation, pruritus and dry scalp). Other Adverse Drug reactions identified in published literature include: Acne like skin eruptions

RRP (ex VAT) 125ml - £5.48, 250ml - £8.73
Legal category: GSL
PL Holder: Johnson & Johnson Limited, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 3UG.
PL Number(s): 08874/0014.
Date of preparation: 27 June 2016