Which shampoo is best for dandruff?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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Shampoo which contain active ingredients like pyrithione ,zinc, selenium sulfide, ketoconazole, salicylic acid, and coal tar can work to reduce dandruff. since there are many underlying reasons(as simple as stress) it is better to take an expert opinion first before using OTC shampoos

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Answered 04/07/2025

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