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Is Greasy Hair Due To Side Effect Of Taking Tetralysal?
I am taking Tetralysal to clear up some facial acne and I have noticed that my skin has become very dry. My hair has also started to get quite greasy and will not wash out in the shower, I now look like I have permanently greasy hair and never shower! are these normal side-effects?
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Hi,
Greasy hair is not a common side effect of the drug.Since every patient reacts to a drug differently,drug use may have increased oil and sebum secretion. Wash your hair everyday for the initial few days. In case of itching or flakes from scalp, ketoconazole shampoo can be used. Avoid oil application. Adequate hydration is also essential.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
Greasy hair is not a common side effect of the drug.Since every patient reacts to a drug differently,drug use may have increased oil and sebum secretion. Wash your hair everyday for the initial few days. In case of itching or flakes from scalp, ketoconazole shampoo can be used. Avoid oil application. Adequate hydration is also essential.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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