METED

Drug Name: METED

METED DESCRIPTION:
SALICYLIC/SULFUR - SHAMPOO (sal-ih-SILL-ick/SULL-fur)

COMMON METED BRAND NAME(S):
Sebex, Sebulex

METED SIDE EFFECTS:
Redness and mild irritation of the scalp may occur. If either of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: severe redness of the scalp, rash, swelling. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of hearing, ringing in the ears, drowsiness, trouble breathing, diarrhea, mental/mood changes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE METED:
METED: Apply the shampoo to wet hair usually two times a week, or as directed by your doctor. After applying the shampoo, massage it vigorously into the scalp; rinse the scalp thoroughly and repeat.

METED USES:
METED is used to treat dandruff and various other scalp conditions (e.g., seborrhea, psoriasis).

METED PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: cuts or other open wounds on the scalp, allergies (especially other medicated shampoos). METED is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions: diabetes, poor blood circulation. METED should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if the medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

METED DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other scalp products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

METED OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

METED NOTES:
Do not share METED with others.

MISSED METED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.

METED STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.