I'm dealing with annoying dandruff and my doctor suggested using sebifin 250 once a day for 45 days. Does anyone know if this really helps with getting rid of dandruff? Would love some advice or personal experiences!

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

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Sebifin 250 is an antifungal medication.

Treatment for Dandruff

Effective against fungal infections: Sebifin 250 can help treat fungal-related dandruff.

Reduces flaking and inflammation: Can help alleviate symptoms associated with dandruff.

Doctor's Advice

45-day treatment: Using Sebifin 250 once a day for 45 days can help effectively treat dandruff.

Complete the full treatment course: Ensure you complete the full 45-day course to achieve optimal results.

Post-Treatment Precautions

Maintenance therapy: To prevent recurrence, consider using an antifungal shampoo once or twice a week.

_Keep scalp clean*: Regularly wash your scalp with a gentle shampoo.

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