Source: FDA, National Drug Code (US) Revision Year: 2020
Selenium sulfide appears to have a cytostatic effect on cells of the epidermis and follicular epithelium, reducing corneocyte production.
The mechanism of action of topically applied selenium sulfide is not yet known.
Dermal application of 25% and 50% solutions of 2.5% selenium sulfide lotion on mice over an 88-week period indicated no carcinogenic effects.
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