Pyrithione
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Sourced from openFDA- Uses fights recurrence of the symptoms of dandruff.
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections for best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor. shake before use, wet hair, massage onto scalp, rinse, repeat if desired.
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAFor external use only. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
FAERS reports
Reference statistics only. FAERS reports are voluntarily submitted and are not incidence rates, safety signals, or causal evidence. Counts reflect reporting volume — how often a reaction was reported, not how often it occurs. For decision-grade use, consult openFDA and the FAERS Public Dashboard directly.
562 total reports matchedLatest report Share = reports listing the reaction ÷ total matched reports. Rows can sum to >100% because a single report often lists multiple reactions.
- 1Pruritus9016%
- 2Drug Ineffective5610.0%
- 3Dry Skin559.8%
- 4Rash559.8%
- 5Skin Exfoliation396.9%
- 6Erythema356.2%
- 7Dermatitis Atopic335.9%
- 8Headache325.7%
- 9Pain295.2%
- 10Injection Site Pain244.3%
- 11Eczema234.1%
- 12Nausea223.9%
- 13Off Label Use223.9%
- 14Product Use In Unapproved Indication223.9%
- 15Condition Aggravated213.7%
Clinical trials
The 10 most recently updated of 28 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Pyrithione as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- Comparing Two Shoulder Treatments for AthletesNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 34 enrolled · University of FaisalabadNCT07637916updated 2026-06-10
- Effects of Combined Thoracic and Diaphragmatic Breathing on Cognitive and Psycho-Physiological FunctionsNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 60 enrolled · National Taiwan University Clinical Trial CenterNCT07620249updated 2026-06-02
- Therapeutic Touch in Cancer Patients Receiving Palliative CareCompleted · Interventional · 61 enrolled · Erzurum Technical UniversityNCT07524179updated 2026-04-13
- Community-Based Program Integrating Nurse-Led Mind-Body Exercise and Nutrition for FrailtyNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 48 enrolled · Universitas AirlanggaNCT07418762updated 2026-02-18
- Impact of Aerosol Box Use During Cardiopulmonary Arrest: A Multicenter StudyRecruiting · Interventional · 240 enrolled · KidSIM Simulation ProgramNCT05868239updated 2025-09-05
- Effects Of Mental Imagery Along With Vestibular Rehabilitation On Young Adults With Vestibular HypofunctionRecruiting · Interventional · 44 enrolled · Riphah International UniversityNCT07064096updated 2025-07-14
- Effect of Cawthorne Cooksey Exercises on Balance in Autistic Children With Vestibular Hypofunction.Recruiting · Interventional · 44 enrolled · Riphah International UniversityNCT07061119updated 2025-07-11
- Tactile/kinesthetic Stimulus ProgramRecruiting · Interventional · 80 enrolled · Gonca Karatas BaranNCT05486663updated 2024-11-22
- Physical Activity, Posture and Body Composition in OntogenyActive not recruiting · Observational · 1,000 enrolled · Wroclaw University of Health and Sport SciencesNCT06419829updated 2024-05-17
- An Open Label, Study of DaxibotulinumtoxinA for Migraine PreventionUnknown · Observational · 10 enrolled · Ki Health Partners. LLCNCT06154070updated 2024-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pyrithione used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Pyrithione carries indications including: Uses fights recurrence of the symptoms of dandruff.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
Note. Data for
pyrithione is illustrative MVP content compiled from public sources. pharmacopeia is for educational and informational use only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.