Active Ingredients

Each formulation contains:

• Salicylic Acid 0.5% w/w: Helps loosen and remove scalp scales.
• Coconut Oil 1.0% w/w: Softens, moisturises and lubricates the scalp.
• Distilled Coal Tar 1.0% w/w: Helps relieve itching and regulate skin scaling.

Other Ingredients

• Lauric acid diethanolamide.
• Cocoamidopropyl dimethyl betaine, containing sodium benzoate.
• Triethanolamine lauryl sulfate, containing methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone.
• Phenoxyethanol.
• Ammonium sulfate.
• Purified water.

Allergy information: Do not use if allergic to any ingredient. The formulation contains preservatives that may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

1. Wet the hair thoroughly.
2. Apply a small amount of Capasal directly to the scalp.
3. Massage thoroughly using your fingertips.
4. Leave the shampoo on for a few minutes.
5. Remove as much lather as possible with your hands to help lift away loosened scales.
6. Rinse thoroughly with water.
7. Repeat if necessary, then rinse well and dry the hair as normal.

Additional Instructions

• For short hair, approximately a 50p coin-sized amount may be sufficient.
• Adjust the amount according to hair length and thickness.
• Avoid contact with the eyes.
• Use only as directed in the patient information leaflet.

Initial Treatment

• Capasal may be used daily if necessary.
• Continue according to the condition being treated and the advice of your pharmacist or healthcare professional.

As Symptoms Improve

• Reduce use to once or twice weekly.
• Occasional use may be sufficient thereafter.

When to Seek Advice

• Stop using the shampoo and consult a healthcare professional if symptoms worsen.
• Seek advice if there is no improvement after 4 weeks.
• Stop treatment if irritation develops.

Possible Side Effects

• Rare skin irritation.
• Allergic skin reactions in people with particularly sensitive skin.
• Local irritation associated with certain ingredients or preservatives.

These reactions may occur during or shortly after the first few applications.

What Should You Do?

• Stop using Capasal if irritation or an allergic reaction develops.
• Speak to a pharmacist, GP or nurse if symptoms persist.
• Seek urgent medical attention for signs of a serious allergic reaction.

• Do not use if allergic to salicylic acid, coconut oil, distilled coal tar or any other ingredient.
• For external use only.
• Keep the shampoo and lather away from the eyes.
• If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Stop treatment if irritation develops or the scalp condition worsens.
• Seek professional advice if there is no improvement after 4 weeks.
• The product contains sodium benzoate, which may cause local irritation and may increase jaundice in newborn babies up to 4 weeks old.
• Capasal may be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding according to the product leaflet.
• For newborn babies, obtain pharmacist or healthcare professional advice before use.
• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.