Tarflex: shampoo for dandruff and psoriasis

Tarflex is an anti-dandruff shampoo that reduces oiliness of the hair and scalp, avoiding scaling and promoting proper cleaning of the hair. In addition, due to its active ingredient, Coal, this shampoo can also be used in cases of psoriasis to lessen the flaking and itching caused by the disease.

Tarflex shampoo is purchased from pharmacies without a prescription as a 120 or 200 ml bottle, containing 40 mg of coalite in each ml.

Price

The price of Tarflex shampoo is approximately 50 reais for the 200 ml bottle, however, the amount can vary up to 70 reais according to the place where it is sold. The bottle with 120 ml of shampoo can be purchased for an average of 40 reais.

What is it for

Tarflex works for the treatment of scalp problems such as oiliness, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis or eczema.

How to use

Tarflex must be used in accordance with the following:

1. Wet the hair and apply the amount of Tarflex to cover all the threads;
2. Massage the scalp with your fingertips;
3. Let the shampoo act for up to 2 minutes;
4. Rinse the hair and repeat the procedure.

This treatment should be repeated twice weekly for a total of 4 weeks, which is the time required to observe improvement of symptoms. If this does not happen it is recommended to consult the doctor who advised the shampoo as it may be necessary to adjust the treatment.

During treatment it is advised to avoid prolonged sun exposure of the scalp, to ensure the best effect and to avoid skin irritation.

Possible side effects

The most common side effects of Traflex include skin irritation, allergy and skin sensitivity in the sun, especially when there are hair growth failures.

Because Tarflex is a topical medicine, Tarflex should not be ingested. Therefore, in case of accidental ingestion, go to an emergency room immediately.

Who should not use

This shampoo should not be used by women who are breast-feeding, children under 12 years of age, or people with allergies to coal tar or any other component of Tarflex. In addition, it should only be used in children or pregnant women under the supervision of a physician.