Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo

Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo is a treatment for dry, scaly scalp conditions such as seborrhoeic eczema (patches of red, scaly, itchy skin), pityriasis capitis (severe dandruff) and psoriasis (areas of raised, red, sometimes itchy, patches of skin, covered with silvery scales, without any blistering or tenderness). Capasal Therapeutic Shampoo can also be used to remove other medicines applied to the scalp.

This product contains three active ingredients: salicylic acid to remove scaly, flaky skin; coconut oil to soften, moisturise and lubricate the scalp, and distilled coal tar to stop itching and restore normal skin development.

• Apply a small amount of shampoo to the scalp (approximately a quantity the size of a
fifty pence piece for short hair, adjusting up depending on length/thickness of hair).
• With the tips of the fingers, massage in thoroughly.
• Leave on for a few minutes.
• Remove as much lather as possible with the hands (this is important as it will take
the scales with it).
• Rinse out.
• If necessary, repeat the steps above.
• Rinse out well under running water, then dry the hair as normal.
• Capasal can be used daily if required, reducing frequency of use to once or twice a week as your condition improves. Thereafter, occasional use may be necessary.

•        For external use only- do not swallow and keep away from eyes.

•        Do not use the product if you are allergic (hypersensitive) or suspect allergy to any of the ingredients contained within it.

•        Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

This product can be used during pregnancy and whilst breast-feeding.

Active Ingredients: Salicylic acid 0.5%, Coconut oil 1.0% and distilled coal tar 1.0%

Other Ingredients: Lauric acid diethanolamide, coco amido propyl dimethyl betaine, triethanolamine lauryl sulfate, ammonium sulfate, phenoxyethanol and purified water.

All medications and products can potentially cause side effects- If they are severe, or are mild and do not improve, then you should speak to your pharmacist or doctor immediately.


Most people who use this product will have no side effects. Do not use this product if you are allergic or suspect allergy to any of the ingredients. If you do experience and suspected side-effects e.g. a rash or irritation, then stop using and seek medical advice.

There are many other Eczema and Psoriasis treatments available which are listed in our Eczema and Psoriasis guides. If you need help choosing, then start a quick questionnaire-based consultation or book in for a friendly telephone or video consultation with one of our dermatology pharmacists.