Zinc pyrithione

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# Overview
Zinc pyrithione is an shampoo that is FDA approved for the prophylaxis of flaking and itching recurrence associated with dandruff.   Common adverse reactions include irritation of mucous membranes.

# Adult Indications and Dosage

## FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)

### Use Directions
- 1.- Wet hair
- 2.- Squeeze small amount into palm
- 3.- Lather
- 4.- Rinse well

## Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)

### Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Zinc pyrithione in adult patients.

### NonGuideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label NonGuideline-Supported Use of Zinc pyrithione in adult patients.

# Pediatric Indications and Dosage

## FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)

### Use Directions
- 1.- Wet hair
- 2.- Squeeze small amount into palm
- 3.- Lather
- 4.- Rinse well

## Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)

### Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Zinc pyrithione in pediatric patients.

### NonGuideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label NonGuideline-Supported Use of Zinc pyrithione in pediatric patients.

# Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Contraindications in the drug label.

# Warnings
- For external use only.
- Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children If swallowed get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
- Stop use and ask a doctor if condition does not improve or worsen after regular use of this product as directed
- When using this product, avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes with plenty of water.

# Adverse Reactions

## Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Clinical Trials Experience in the drug label.

## Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Postmarketing Experience in the drug label.

# Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Drug Interactions in the drug label.

# Use in Specific Populations

### Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category (FDA): 
There is no FDA guidance on usage of Zinc pyrithione in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS): 
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Zinc pyrithione in women who are pregnant.

### Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Zinc pyrithione during labor and delivery.

### Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione in women who are nursing.

### Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione in pediatric settings.

### Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione in geriatric settings.

### Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione with respect to specific gender populations.

### Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione with respect to specific racial populations.

### Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione in patients with renal impairment.

### Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione in patients with hepatic impairment.

### Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Zinc pyrithione in women of reproductive potentials and males.

### Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Zinc pyrithione in patients who are immunocompromised.

# Administration and Monitoring

### Administration
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Administration in the drug label.

### Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Monitoring in the drug label.

# IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Zinc pyrithione and IV administrations.

# Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione overdosage.  If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.

# Pharmacology

## Mechanism of Action
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Mechanism of Action in the drug label.

## Structure
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Structure in the drug label.

## Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Pharmacodynamics in the drug label.

## Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.

## Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Nonclinical Toxicology in the drug label.

# Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Clinical Studies in the drug label.

# How Supplied
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione How Supplied in the drug label.

## Storage
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Storage in the drug label.

# Images

## Drug Images

## Package and Label Display Panel

# Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Patient Counseling Information in the drug label.

# Precautions with Alcohol
Alcohol-Zinc pyrithione interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.

# Brand Names
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Brand Names in the drug label.

# Look-Alike Drug Names
There is limited information regarding Zinc pyrithione Look-Alike Drug Names in the drug label.

# Drug Shortage Status

# Price