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DHS Tar

Dosage form
SHAMPOO
Labeler
Person and Covey
Label updated
2026-03-09
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
COAL TAR
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient

Coal Tar 0.5%

Purpose

For the control of Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff

Uses

DHS Tar Shampoo helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.

Warnings

For external use only.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

Psoriasis or Seborrheic Dermatitis that covers a large area of the body.

When using this product

Do not get into eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product. It may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application.

Do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a doctor.

Do not use this product with other forms of Psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs unless directed to do so by a doctor.

In rare instances, discoloration of gray, blonde, tinted or bleached hair may occur.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Condition worsens or does not improve after regular use.

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Wet hair thoroughly; apply a liberal amount of DHS Tar Shampoo and massage into lather. Allow lather to remain on scalp for several minutes. Rinse hair well and repeat application.

For best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor.

Other information

Store away from excessive heat or cold.

Inactive ingredients

Water (Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, PEG-8 Distearate, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid

Questions

Questions? Please call 1 (800) 423-2341.

DHS Tar Shampoo 8 oz Retail Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DHS Tar Shampoo 0.6 oz Sample Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 4c5f7278-c53a-cef6-e063-6394a90a0008 · Version 1
NDC: 0096-0813