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Dandrid Lotion


Product introduction

Dandrid Lotion has a combination of medicines that are used to treat dandruff. It kills the microorganisms causing dandruff and provides relief from itchy and flaky scalp. It provides a cooling effect to the skin.

Dandrid Lotion should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. It is for external use only.

Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include burning, itching, irritation and redness at the application site.

If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are suffering from any other disease.

Uses of Dandrid Lotion

Benefits of Dandrid Lotion

In Dandruff

Dandrid Lotion is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly, flaky and itchy scalp. It kills and stops the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Menthol present in it gives a cooling effect on the scalp. Use Dandrid 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 Dandrid 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 Dandrid

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Dandrid 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 Dandrid Lotion works

Dandrid Lotion is a combination of four medicines: Menthol, Miconazole, Tinidazole and Zinc Sulfate which treat dandruff. Menthol produces a cooling effect on the scalp. Miconazole is an antifungal medicine which stops the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Tinidazole is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria and other microorganisms by damaging their DNA. Zinc Sulfate is an antiseptic.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dandrid Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dandrid 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

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Dandrid Lotion is used for the treatment of dandruff and thus relieves flakiness and itching.
  • Use Dandrid Lotion twice weekly for 2-4 weeks. Clean and dry your scalp before applying Dandrid Lotion.
  • Drink plenty of water as by hydrating your body, you also reduce the number of flakes on your scalp, thereby decreasing the appearance of dandruff.
  • Avoid scratching your scalp as it will only aggravate dandruff.
  • Make sure to cover your head with a hat or a scarf whenever you step out.
  • Do not share pillow covers with anyone else and change them after every 2-3 days.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

Patient concerns

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My scalp is very dry I do not apply hair oil because it makes my face oily What should i do to get rid of dry scalp?
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
Dry could be dandruffScales are there due to dandruff
Dandruff and skin allergy due to dandruff, rashes on skin due to dandruff
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Due SCALPE LOTION - thrice weekly on alternate day for 4wks. . Kip it for 5mins in wet scalp and wash offPost pictures of the allegyPlz post a picture wch will help me to diagnose and treat use proper light else plz visit a dermatologist for a face to face consultation and examination
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References

  1. DailyMed. Miconazole. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Medsacpe. Tindazole. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Meyer Organics Pvt Ltd
Address: A-303, Road No. 32, Wagle Estate, Thane – 400 604 (Mumbai), Maharashtra, INDIA.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2026

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Dandrid Lotion. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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50.0 ml in 1 bottle
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