Capasal Shampoo: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Capasal Shampoo is a triple action topical antipsoriatic containing coal tar, coconut oil, and salicylic acid. It is formulated for dry and scaly scalp conditions such as psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, dandruff, and seborrhoeic dermatitis. The shampoo works by loosening scales, soothing itching and inflammation, and moisturising the scalp.

What is Capasal Shampoo

Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo is a triple action shampoo specifically formulated for dry and scaly scalp conditions. It contains three active ingredients: coal tar, coconut oil and salicylic acid.

Capasal Shampoo uses

• Psoriasis
• Dermatitis
• Eczema
• Dandruff
• Seborrhoeic dermatitis
• Removing other medications that have been applied to your scalp

Benefits of Capasal Shampoo

• Helps treat dry, scaly, and itchy scalp conditions.
• Helps reduce dandruff and scalp flaking.
• Can help manage symptoms of scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis.
• Salicylic acid helps loosen and remove thick scales and dead skin.
• Coal tar helps slow excessive skin-cell turnover and reduce itching and inflammation.
• Coconut oil helps soften, moisturize, and condition a dry scalp.

How Capasal Shampoo works

The shampoo uses salicylic acid to remove scaly and flaky skin, coconut oil to soften and moisturise the scalp, and distilled coal tar to stop itching and restore normal skin development.

Capasal Shampoo dosage

Massage a small amount of shampoo into the scalp. Leave the shampoo on the scalp for a couple of minutes. Remove as much of the product as you can using your hands to help remove debris. Rinse thoroughly once most of the product is out of your hair.

Available forms and strengths

• Shampoo

Side effects of Capasal Shampoo

Common

• Mild scalp irritation
• Redness or itching
• Mild burning or stinging
• Eye irritation if the shampoo gets into the eyes

Serious

• Irritant or allergic skin reactions, especially in very sensitive skin
• Severe or persistent rash
• Significant swelling or worsening irritation
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips, or throat
• Difficulty breathing

Warnings and precautions

• If you have an allergic reaction after using this product, stop using it and speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
• Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy.
• If your symptoms get worse or continue after using this product, contact your doctor.
• This product is considered safe to use during pregnancy, but you should ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any new product if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning a baby.
• If you are breastfeeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this product.
• No specific kidney-related precautions are normally required with topical shampoo use.
• No specific liver-related precautions are normally required with topical shampoo use.
• No known interaction with alcohol.
• Not known to affect driving or the ability to operate machinery.

Storage

• Store below 25°C (77°F) or as directed on the product label.
• Keep in a cool, dry place away from excessive heat.
• Protect from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed after each use.
• Do not freeze and avoid prolonged exposure to high temperatures.
• Keep out of reach of children.

When to see a doctor

• Get emergency medical help right away if you notice signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, trouble breathing, or loss of consciousness.

Alternatives

• Selenium Sulfide Shampoo
• Nizoral Shampoo
• Ketoconazole Shampoo
• T/Gel Shampoo
• Polytar Shampoo