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Tarflex is an anti-dandruff shampoo that reduces the oiliness of hair and scalp, preventing flaking and promoting an adequate cleaning of the hair. In addition, due to its active ingredient, the coaltar, this shampoo can also be used in cases of psoriasis to reduce flaking and itching caused by the disease.
Tarflex shampoo can be purchased in pharmacies without a prescription in the form of a 120 or 200 ml bottle containing 40 mg of coaltar in each ml.
What is it for
Tarflex works to treat scalp problems, such as oiliness, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis or eczema.
How to use
Tarflex must be used according to the following instructions:
- Wet the hair and apply the amount of Tarflex to cover all the strands;
- Massage the scalp with your fingertips;
- Leave the shampoo on for up to 2 minutes;
- Rinse the hair and repeat the procedure.
This treatment should be repeated 2 times a week for a total of 4 weeks, which is the time necessary to observe an improvement in symptoms. If this does not happen, it is recommended to consult the doctor who advised the shampoo as it may be necessary to adapt the treatment.
During treatment it is advisable to avoid prolonged sun exposure of the scalp, to ensure the best effect and to avoid skin irritation.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects of Traflex include skin irritation, allergy and skin sensitivity to the sun, especially when hair growth fails.
As a topical drug, Tarflex should not be ingested. Therefore, in case of accidental ingestion, you should immediately go to an emergency room.
Who should not use
This shampoo should not be used by women who are breastfeeding, children under the age of 12 or people who are allergic to coalta or any other component of Tarflex. In addition, it should only be used on children or pregnant women under the supervision of a doctor.
Created by: Tua Saúde Editorial Team