Dandruff Treatments

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Treatments:

• Anti-Dandruff Shampoos (e.g., Pyrithione Zinc, Selenium Sulfide, Coal Tar): These shampoos help control dandruff by reducing yeast overgrowth or slowing down skin cell turnover.
• Ketoconazole Shampoo: An antifungal shampoo that helps reduce yeast that can cause dandruff, available without a prescription.
• Salicylic Acid Shampoos: Helps exfoliate the scalp and remove flakes, reducing dandruff buildup.

Pharmacy-Only Treatments:

• Tea Tree Oil Shampoos: Available at pharmacies, these shampoos contain tea tree oil, which has antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to treat dandruff.
• Selenium Sulfide-Based Shampoos: Higher concentrations are available through pharmacy-only options for more severe dandruff.

Prescription-Only Treatments:

• Topical Antifungal Creams (e.g., Ketoconazole, Ciclopirox): These can be prescribed to treat fungal overgrowth on the scalp that causes dandruff.
• Corticosteroid Creams or Lotions (e.g., Hydrocortisone, Betamethasone): Prescribed for severe scalp irritation and inflammation to reduce redness and itching.
• Oral Antifungals (e.g., Fluconazole, Itraconazole): For persistent or severe cases of dandruff, oral antifungals may be prescribed to reduce yeast overgrowth.

Scalp Eczema Treatments

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Treatments:

• Anti-Itch Shampoos (e.g., Hydrocortisone, Coal Tar): These shampoos help soothe itching and inflammation associated with scalp eczema.
• Coconut Oil or Emollients: These moisturizers can hydrate the scalp and alleviate dryness and irritation caused by eczema.
• Anti-fungal Shampoos (e.g., Ketoconazole, Pyrithione Zinc): These help treat the yeast that may contribute to scalp eczema flare-ups.

Pharmacy-Only Treatments:

• Topical Steroid Shampoos (e.g., Clobetasol, Fluocinolone): These are stronger steroid treatments available only at pharmacies and help reduce inflammation and flare-ups.
• Prescription Strength Moisturizers (e.g., Epaderm, Dermol): These are specially formulated to soothe and protect sensitive, eczema-prone skin on the scalp.

Prescription-Only Treatments:

• Topical Corticosteroids (e.g., Betamethasone, Clobetasol): These stronger steroid creams or lotions are used to reduce inflammation and itching associated with eczema flare-ups.
• Topical Calcineurin Inhibitors (e.g., Tacrolimus, Pimecrolimus): Non-steroid medications that help control inflammation and reduce eczema symptoms.
• Oral Steroids (e.g., Prednisolone): In severe cases, oral steroids may be prescribed to reduce widespread inflammation and flare-ups.
• Biologic Treatments (e.g., Dupilumab): For severe cases of eczema unresponsive to other treatments, biologics may be prescribed to target the immune system and reduce symptoms.