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Description: Zinc pyrithione is a synthetic metal complex. It is a colourless solid, insoluble in water with antifungal and antibacterial properties.

Topical Uses

  • Dandruff RatingRatingRatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antifungal; fights fungus and reduces dandruff. Apply zinc pyrithione containing shampoo daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Seborrheic dermatitis RatingRatingRatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antifungal; fights fungus and reduces dandruff, scaling and itching. Apply zinc pyrithione containing shampoo daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Athlete's foot RatingRatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antifungal; fights fungus and alleviates symptoms. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • General fungal infections RatingRatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antifungal; fights fungus and alleviates symptoms. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Ringworm RatingRatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antifungal; fights fungus and alleviates symptoms. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Dry skin RatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antifungal; fights fungus and reduces skin dryness. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Eczema RatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione alleviates symptoms. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRatingRatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antifungal; fights fungus. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRatingRating

    Zinc pyrithione is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Cautions & Side Effects

Do not use zinc pyrithione orally. Do not use it if you are pregnant or nursing. Zinc pyrithione may produce allergy in some people.

Available Forms

Zinc pyrithione is available in topical preparations.

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