Capasal Shampoo

Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo is a specially developed combination of three active ingredients that have been shown over many years of widespread use to be effective in treating most forms of the dry, scaly scalp. Capasal is a cosmetically acceptable, easy-to-use therapeutic shampoo. It is also particularly convenient for removing previous ointment or cream scalp applications. As it is a medicinal shampoo, Capasal has a distinctive (but not unpleasant) aroma, which is evident during use but diminishes when the hair is dried. Capasal does not contain any steroids.

These established active ingredients are:

Salicylic acid: to loosen and remove unsightly skin flakes and scales from the scalp.

Coconut oil: to moisturise and soften the scalp, preventing an uncomfortable dry or ‘tight’ feeling, and to help leave the hair in good condition.

Distilled coal tar: to help restore the normal functioning of the skin and relieve itching.

Use as a shampoo, daily if necessary, reducing the frequency of use to once or twice a week as the condition improves. Thereafter, occasional use may be necessary.

• Wet the hair thoroughly.
• Apply a small amount of shampoo to the scalp (approximately a quantity the size of a fifty pence piece for short hair, adjusting up depending on length/thickness of hair).
• With the tips of the fingers, massage in thoroughly.
• Leave on for a few minutes.
• Remove as much lather as possible with the hands (this is important as it will take the scales with it).
• Rinse out well under running water. n If necessary, repeat the steps above.

The frequency of use can vary according to your particular form of dry, scaly scalp. The table below gives a guideline for usage, if in doubt ask your doctor or pharmacist.

You should continue to use Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo until the scalp looks and feels normal. It may then be a good idea to use Capasal once a week to help maintain this improvement.

Capasal Shampoo contains coal tar, which can potentially discolour light-coloured hair, including blonde and grey. While it is generally safe for use on color-treated hair, it’s advisable to test a small amount on a hidden section of hair first or consult our pharmacist for advice.

Like all medicines, Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. This product has been specially designed for use on dry or problem skin, but in some rare cases it can cause irritant or allergic skin reactions on extremely sensitive skin. These rare effects tend to occur during or soon after the first few uses.

Do not use Capasal shampoo if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to salicylic acid, coconut oil, distilled coal tar or any of
the other ingredients of Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo.

Warnings and precautions
Take special care when using this product: Keep the undiluted shampoo, and the lather, away from the eyes.