Capex Shampoo Information:

Capex® Shampoo (fluocinolone acetonide) topical shampoo, 0.01% is a unique corticosteroid treatment in a shampoo-delivery system created to effectively treat inflammatory diseases of the scalp, such as itch and dandruff associated with seborrheic dermatitis (SD). When used every day for two weeks, Capex® Shampoo treats inflammatory diseases related to SD. This product should be shaken well prior to use. No more than approximately one (1) ounce of the medicated shampoo should be applied to the scalp area once daily, worked into a lather, and allowed to remain on the scalp for approximately 5 minutes. The hair and scalp should then be rinsed thoroughly with water.

Capex Shampoo Side Effects:

The following local adverse reactions have been reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids. They may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings, especially with higher potency corticosteroids. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: dryness, folliculitis, acneiform eruptions, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria, burning, itching, irritation, and hypopigmentation.

Are there any special instructions for using CAPEX? Yes, you should know some other things: 1. Capex Shampoo (Fluocinolone Acetonide, 0.01%) is considered an eye irritant. If accidentally introduced into the eyes, the eyes should be liberally rinsed with tap water. 2. Capex Shampoo is to be used only as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. 3. Capex Shampoo should not be used for any other disorder other than that for which it is indicated (prescribed) for. 4. To get better lather, the hair should be totally wet before applying Capex Shampoo. Once applied to the scalp, this is worked into a lather and let to stand for approximately 5 minutes, after which it should be rinsed off completely. It is recommended that the hair and scalp be rinsed twice with water. 5. The treated scalp should not be bandaged or covered in any way, unless directed by the physician. 6. The contents of Capex Shampoo (mixed) is to be discarded after three (3) months. MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS: Fluocinolone acetonide 0.01% NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS: The shampoo base contains aluminum acetate basic, benzalkonium chloride solution, boric acid, citric acid anhydrous, cocamido-ether-sulfate complex, cocoamine oxide, lauramide DEA, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylparaben, oat flour, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, and fragrances, with D&C Yellow #10 and FD&C Blue #1 as coloring. SUPPLIED: Capex Shampoo (Fluocinolone Acetonide, 0.01%) is supplied as a two-component package: a capsule containing the active ingredient, fluocinolone acetonide; and 118 milliliters (4 fluid ounces) of the shampoo base in a 180 ml (6 oz.) bottle. The pharmacist must mix the capsule contents into the shampoo base at the time of dispensing. Capex Shampoo is dispensed to the patient in a 180mL plastic bottle.