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Tarry Shine Lotion

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:10 AM (IST)
Tarry Shine Lotion is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat dandruff. It kills the fungi that cause the infection and relieves itching and irritation. It also removes dead skin cells from the scalp.
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Product introduction

Tarry Shine Lotion is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after application of the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine.

This medicine is usually safe, however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine for the dandruff. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Tarry Shine Lotion

Benefits of Tarry Shine Lotion

Treatment of Dandruff
Tarry Shine Lotion is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly, flaky, and itchy scalp. It is an antifungal and works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Use Tarry Shine Lotion as directed by your doctor. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Tarry Shine Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tarry Shine
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Tarry Shine Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Tarry Shine Lotion works

Tarry Shine Lotion is a combination of two medicines: Ketoconazole and Coal Tar which treat dandruff. Ketoconazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Coal Tar is a keratolytic medicine which helps break down the skin clumps on scalp and relieves itching and flaking associated with dandruff.

Quick tips

  • Tarry Shine Lotion must be applied on the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Take care to avoid getting it in your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
  • Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
  • Stop using Tarry Shine Lotion and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
  • Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tarry Shine Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tarry Shine Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

References

  1. Fox LP, Merk HF, Bickers DR. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1679-1706.
  2. Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 1047-1065.
  3. Ketoconazole [FDA Label]. Beerse, Belgium: Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V.; 2013. [Accessed 14 Aug. 2024] (online) Available from:
  4. Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel. Final safety assessment of Coal Tar as used in cosmetics. Int J Toxicol. 2008;27 Suppl 2:1-24. [Accessed 14 Aug. 2024] (online) Available from:
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User feedback

Once A Day
45%
Thrice A week
18%
Twice A Week
18%
Alternate Day
12%
Once A Week
5%
Twice A Day
2%
Thrice A Day
1%
Dandruff
61%
Psoriasis
18%
Fungal infections
9%
Others
7%
Dermatitis
5%
Average
57%
Excellent
36%
Poor
7%
Rash
40%
Skin rash
20%
No Side Effect
20%
Dryness
20%
With or without food
75%
With food
25%
Average
67%
Expensive
33%

Patient concerns

Hello sir/ ma'am My child PATIENT from stomach infection and doctor suggested zifi-100 redimix. How it is work and any side effect of that zifi-100 redimix? What kind of taking care of my child and PATIENT 7 month old.?????

Dr. Gopal Samdani
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Cefixime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.More common: Diarrhea loose or frequent stools Less common: Abdominal or stomach pain agitation black, tarry stools bleeding gums blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin blood in the urine or stools and many more rare side effects

My scalp is very dry I do not apply hair oil because it makes my face oily What should i do to get rid of dry scalp?

Dr. Atula Gupta
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
Dry could be dandruffScales are there due to dandruff
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Marketer details

Name: Kaizen Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: C -36, Block 2, Clifton, Karachi, Pakistan.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Tarry Shine Lotion. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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