Selenium (Sulphide)
Selenium (Sulphide) Information
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Selenium (Sulphide)
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Selenium supplements are used to prevent or treat selenium deficiency. The body needs selenium for normal growth and health. Selenium is needed for certain enzymes that help with normal body functions. Lack of selenium may lead to changes in fingernails, muscle weakness, and heart problems. Selenium deficiency in the United States is rare. Patients receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for long periods of time may need selenium. Selenium deficiency is a problem in areas of the world where the soil contains little selenium.
Indications
Selenium (Sulphide) is primarily indicated in conditions like Dandruff, Pityriasis versicolor, Seborrhoea of scalp.
Contraindication
Selenium (Sulphide) is contraindicated in conditions like Inflammation,Damage skin.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Selenium (Sulphide), which give rise to further complications include Garlic odor in breathing, Metallic taste.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Selenium (Sulphide) include Vomiting, Liver damage, Tremor, Anorexia.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Selenium (Sulphide) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Irritation, Hair loss, Dermatitis, Onchodystrophy.
Warnings
Use selenium sulfide with caution during pregnancy. Selenium sulfide should not be used for skin infections during pregnancy. Do not use this medication on children younger than two years of age without a doctor's permission. Avoid getting selenium sulfide in eyes. If the medication gets into eyes accidentally, rinse them with clear water for several minutes. Do not let selenium sulfide touch inflamed, raw skin. Do not leave selenium sulfide on hair, scalp or skin for long periods (e.g.overnight) because it may produce irritation.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Dosage
Selenium (Sulphide) Dosage for Adults
| Dose | 2.5 % |
| Single Dose | 2.5 (2.5) |
| Frequency | As recommended. |
| Route | Topical |
| Note: Twice a Week for 1 Month |
Selenium (Sulphide) Dosage for Neonatal
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| Note: Not recommended in this age group |
Selenium (Sulphide) Dosage for Paedriatic
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| Note: Not recommended in this age group |
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