Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Dandrex
  2. Selenos
  3. SelRx
  4. Selseb
  5. Selsun Blue Medicated Treatment
  6. Tersi Foam

Canadian Brand Name

  1. Versel

Descriptions


Selenium sulfide 1% and 2.5% strengths are used on the scalp to help control the symptoms of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.

Selenium sulfide 2.5% strength is used also on the body to treat tinea versicolor (a type of fungus infection of the skin).

In the United States, the 2.5% strength is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Shampoo
  • Lotion
  • Foam

Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2023