Polytar AF

How does it work?

This preparation contains two active ingredients, tar blend and zinc pyrithione in a shampoo base. Tar blend is made up of a number of ingredients including pine tar, cade oil, coal tar solution, arachis oil and an extract of coal tar. Coal tar has the main effect in this blend, by reducing itching and acting as a mild antiseptic. It also acts as a keratolytic agent. Keratin is a protein that forms part of the skin structure and can cause thickening of the skin when in excess. Keratolytic agents, such as coal tar, act by breaking down keratin and therefore help to reduce the excessive hardening, thickening and scaling of the skin. Zinc pyrithione acts to stop the growth of certain bacteria and fungi that are commonly found on the scalp. This preparation is used to treat scalp disorders such as dandruff, psoriasis and an inflammatory skin condition known as seborrhoeic dermatitis in which there is an excess secretion of oil (sebum) from the glands in the skin.

What is it used for?

Dandruff

Inflammation of the scalp due to excessive oil secretion (seborrhoeic dermatitis)

Psoriasis of the scalp

Warning!

This preparation is for external use only.

Avoid contact of this medicine with the eyes.

If itching or irritation occurs discontinue use.

Use with caution in

No known conditions

Not to be used in

No known conditions

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

The safety of this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Skin rashes

Abnormal reaction of the skin to light, usually a rash (photosensitivity)

Skin irritation

Inflammation of the skin (dermatitis)

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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