Dandruff: top medicines used in India include Ketoconazole Shampoo, Zinc Pyrithione, Salicylic Acid. Caused by yeast (Malassezia). Antifungal shampoos are primary treatment.

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Best Medicines for Dandruff in India

Caused by yeast (Malassezia). Antifungal shampoos are primary treatment.

Last updated: May 2026

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Ketoconazole Shampoo

Shampoo
Brands:NizoralScalpe

Use: Most effective. Use 2-3x/week.

Side effects: Dry scalp

Side effects: Dry scalp. Most effective. Use 2-3x/week.

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Zinc Pyrithione

Shampoo
Brands:Head & Shoulders Clinical

Use: For mild dandruff.

Side effects: Minimal

Side effects: Minimal. For mild dandruff.

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Salicylic Acid

Shampoo
Brands:T/Sal

Use: Removes thick scales.

Side effects: Dryness

Side effects: Dryness. Removes thick scales.

When to See a Doctor

If persists despite treatment, severe itching, or extends beyond scalp.

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