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The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP
The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist
Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
13.9. Shampoos and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions
13.9.2. Scalp preparations
For corticosteroid scalp preparations, please refer to section 13.4
Preferred List
COAL TAR, SALICYLIC ACID, SULPHUR (COCOIS) (scalp ointment)
COAL TAR, SALICYLIC ACID, SULPHUR (SEBCO) (scalp ointment)
Total Formulary
SALICYLIC ACID IN AQUEOUS CREAM 10%
Prescribing Notes:
This is not available as a licensed proprietary preparation, but is routinely available as a "special"
SALICYLIC ACID IN AQUEOUS CREAM 5%
Prescribing Notes:
This is not available as a licensed proprietary preparation, but is routinely available as a "special"