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Vanicream
pyrithione zinc · Vanicream is an over-the-counter drug containing pyrithione zinc, made by Pharmaceutical Specialties, Inc..
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Not classified
- Route
- Topical
- Manufacturers
- 1
Controls and reduces the symptoms of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis
Related recalls
FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient
- Class IIDrug11/25/2020(Malin + Goetz) dandruff Shampoo Psoriasis and Sebborrheic Dermatitis (1.9% Pyrithione Zinc) 8 fl.oz...Milbar Laboratories, Inc. · GMP Deviations
- Class IIDrug07/01/2020Soft Whisper by Powerstick Dandruff Shampoo (Pyrithione Zinc), 14.4 FL OZ. (426 mL), A.P. Deauville LLC...A.P. Deauville, LLC · cGMP Deviations: Soft Whisper Dandruff Shampoo was produced with...
- Class IIDrug03/22/20175-FLUOROURACIL IN VANICREAM, FLUOROURACIL in all strengths including 0.05%, 5% CREAM, FLUOROURACIL 4.9% IN...Synergy Rx · Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There are also CGMP Deviations.
- Class IIIDrug11/16/2016Kamedis BIO-HERBAL DANDRUFF CARE THERAPEUTIC 2-STEP DANDRUFF CARE SYSTEM - Kamedis Bio-Herbal Dandruff...Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. · Subpotent Drug: Out of Specification assay values on stability for...
Active ingredients
Pyrithione zinc 2%
Purpose
Anti-dandruff, Anti-seborrheic dermatitis
Uses
Controls and reduces the symptoms of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis
Directions
For best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor Shake before use Wet hair and massage gently into scalp Leave lather on scalp for several minutes Rinse well, repeat if needed
Warnings
For external use only Ask a doctor before use if you have a condition that covers a large area of the body. When using this product avoid contact with the 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 out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Ask a doctor before use
A condition that covers a large area of the body.
When using this product
Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Other information
Store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
Water, lauryl glucoside, coco-glucoside, acrylates copolymer, panthenol, pentylene glycol, glycerin, sucrose cocoate, disodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glycinate, behenyl alcohol, sucrose stearate, cetyl palmitate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, 1,2-hexanediol, sodium hydroxide, caprylyl glycol, sodium chloride
Questions?
1-800-325-8232 www.vanicream.com
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shampoo | 2 g/100mL | topical | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- Pharmaceutical Specialties, Inc.Shown hereM032 · Label 11/27/2024 · NDC 45334-206Full label
Vanicream: common questions
- What is Vanicream used for?
- Controls and reduces the symptoms of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis
- Is Vanicream a prescription drug?
- No. Vanicream is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Vanicream?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Dandruff, Everyday Clean Dandruff, 2 in 1 Dandruff, Dry Scalp Care.
- Who makes Vanicream?
- Pharmaceutical Specialties, Inc. lists Vanicream with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 11/27/2024 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice