Selsun Blue Itchy Dry Scalp PYRITHIONE ZINC .01 g/mL Shampoo, 325 mL — NDC 41167-6020-5 (Billing 41167-6020-05)
This is a package of 325 mL of Selsun Blue Itchy Dry Scalp PYRITHIONE ZINC .01 g/mL Shampoo from Chattem, Inc., no longer marketed (first marketed Dec 2009), no longer in the FDA NDC Directory.
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 204642
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Other antifungals for topical use class.
Where does this data come from?
- RxClass (NLM) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Clinical
- It's used on the scalp to relieve flaking and itching from dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It also helps keep those problems from coming back. Some products also list relief of...
- Most labels say to use it at least twice a week for best results, or as your doctor directs. Some say you can use it every time you shampoo for maximum control. Check your own prod...
- Some people get skin irritation, or oily or dry hair and scalp. Hair discoloration and a bit more hair shedding have been reported occasionally. Rinsing thoroughly after use helps...
- Keep it out of your eyes and away from the genital area, since it can cause irritation and burning. Don't use it on broken or inflamed skin. If you get it in your eyes, rinse well...
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
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Pricing
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · refreshed Oct 2, 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
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| 41167-6020-03 41167-6020-3 Main listing | 325 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2009-12-01 | — | Active |
| 41167-6020-05 You're viewing this | 325 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2016-12-09 | — | Discontinued by firm |
| 41167-6020-08 41167-6020-8 | 621 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2022-11-01 | — | Discontinued by firm |
Pack size FAQ
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What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Selsun Blue Itchy Dry Scalp PYRITHIONE ZINC .01 g/mL Shampoo?
Therapeutic equivalents
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Sep 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Sep 3, 2026
Inactive Ingredients / Excipients
Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.
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A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant and preservative in medications. It helps prevent the active ingredients from degrading when exposed to oxygen or light.
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Aloe vera leaf is a plant extract derived from the aloe plant. It is used in medicines as a natural moisturizer and skin-soothing agent in topical formulations.
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A synthetic polymer material used as a thickener and stabilizer in liquid formulations. It helps create the right texture and prevents separation of ingredients in medicines and topical products.
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A salt derived from citric acid, this ingredient acts as a buffer and pH regulator in medicines. It helps maintain stable acidity levels and may improve taste or aid preservation.
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A plant-derived surfactant made from coconut oil. It helps mix oil and water ingredients together in the formulation and can improve how the medicine spreads or feels on the skin.
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Edetate disodium is a chemical compound that binds and removes certain metal ions. In medicines, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer by preventing metals like calcium from interfering with the product's shelf life and consistency.
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FD&C Blue No. 1 is a synthetic blue dye approved for use in foods and medicines. It serves as a colorant to give the medication its distinctive appearance and help with product identification.
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A waxy liquid derived from vegetable oil and fatty acids. It works as an emulsifier and solubilizer to help blend oil and water-based ingredients together and improve how the medicine dissolves and is absorbed in the body.
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A waxy compound made from glycol and stearic acid. It's used as an emulsifier to help blend oil and water-based ingredients, and as a thickener to give the medicine its desired texture and consistency.
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A synthetic compound used in medicines as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth, extending the product's shelf life.
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Lauryl glucoside is a mild plant-based cleansing agent made from coconut oil and glucose. It's used in medicines as a surfactant to help dissolve and distribute ingredients evenly throughout the formulation.
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Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, a water-soluble nutrient. In medicines, it may be added as a nutritional supplement or to support skin health, though its primary role here is as an active ingredient rather than a traditional inactive filler.
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Potassium hydroxide is a strong alkaline chemical used in medicines to adjust and maintain the pH level of liquid formulations, helping keep the product stable and the active ingredients effective.
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Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate is a mild, plant-derived cleaning agent made from coconut oil and an amino acid. It's used in liquid formulations as a surfactant to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improve how the medicine spreads or is absorbed.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
15 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.
Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.
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ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
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Manufacturer & labeler
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- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
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FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Use Fights and help prevent recurrence of flaking and itching associated with dandruff.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions Shake well. Wet hair, massage onto scalp, rinse. Repeat if desired. For best results, use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient Pyrithione zinc 1%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients water, cocamidopropyl betaine, glycol distearate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, glyceryl caprylate/caprate, sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, lauryl glucoside, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, niacinamide, tocopheryl acetate, citric acid, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, fragrance, hydroxyacetophenone, disodium EDTA, potassium hydroxide, blue 1
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Antidandruff Shampoo
📄 When Using This Product ▾
When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If ▾
Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed
📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children ▾
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL DAILY CARE Selsun blue ® Antidandruff Shampoo / Pyrithione zinc 1 % ITCHY DRY SCALP 11 FL OZ (325 mL) DAILY CARE Selsun blue® Antidandruff Shampoo / Pyrithione zinc 1 % ITCHY DRY SCALP 11 FL OZ (325 mL)
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| NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) | — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey. |
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| HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk | — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal. |
| Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) | — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold. |