Tarry Shine Lotion
Product introduction
Tarry Shine Lotion is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat dandruff. It kills the fungi that cause the infection and relieves itching and irritation. It also removes dead skin cells from the scalp.
Tarry Shine Lotion is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after application of the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine.
This medicine is usually safe, however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine for the dandruff. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Tarry Shine Lotion
Benefits of Tarry Shine Lotion
In Treatment of Dandruff
Tarry Shine Lotion is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly, flaky, and itchy scalp. It is an antifungal and works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Use Tarry Shine Lotion as directed by your doctor. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Tarry Shine Lotion
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tarry Shine
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Tarry Shine Lotion
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
How Tarry Shine Lotion works
Tarry Shine Lotion is a combination of two medicines: Ketoconazole and Coal Tar which treat dandruff. Ketoconazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Coal Tar is a keratolytic medicine which helps break down the skin clumps on scalp and relieves itching and flaking associated with dandruff.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tarry Shine Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tarry Shine Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Tarry Shine Lotion?
If you miss a dose of Tarry Shine Lotion, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Tarry Shine Lotion must be applied on the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
- Take care to avoid getting it in your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
- Stop using Tarry Shine Lotion and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
- Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Tarry Shine Lotion
Once A Day
45%
Thrice A week
18%
Twice A Week
18%
Alternate Day
12%
Once A Week
5%
Twice A Day
2%
Thrice A Day
1%
What are you using Tarry Shine Lotion for?
Dandruff
74%
Others
12%
Psoriasis
9%
Fungal infect*
4%
Dermatitis
2%
*Fungal infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
46%
Excellent
29%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using Tarry Shine Lotion?
No Side Effec*
43%
Application s*
21%
Rash
14%
Dryness
7%
Hair loss
7%
*No Side Effect, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How do you take Tarry Shine Lotion?
With or witho*
76%
With food
14%
Empty stomach
10%
*With or without food
Please rate Tarry Shine Lotion on price
Expensive
50%
Average
50%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Fox LP, Merk HF, Bickers DR. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1679-1706.
- Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 1047-1065.
- Ketoconazole [FDA Label]. Beerse, Belgium: Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V.; 2013. [Accessed 14 Aug. 2024] (online) Available from:
- Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel. Final safety assessment of Coal Tar as used in cosmetics. Int J Toxicol. 2008;27 Suppl 2:1-24. [Accessed 14 Aug. 2024] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Kaizen Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: C -36, Block 2, Clifton, Karachi, Pakistan.
Country of origin: India
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The list of available options shown with the same composition has been prepared upon the advice of registered medical practitioners, pharmacists affiliated with TATA 1MG. TATA 1MG does not promote any pharmaceutical product of any particular company, and all recommendations are based on the medical opinion, advisories from specialist medical and pharmaceutical professionals.
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