VENROCK Piroctone Olamine and Salicylic Acid .5 g/100g; 1.5 g/100g Spray, 1 g
🆔 Identity & classification
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Venrock is a topical spray containing piroctone olamine and salicylic acid, marketed as an over-the-counter monograph drug. Piroctone olamine is typically used in scalp and skin care products for its antimicrobial properties, while salicylic acid is commonly used to help soften and loosen the outer layer of skin. Together, these ingredients are often found in products intended to address scalp conditions and similar skin concerns.
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3 g / 100 g
UNII 3K9958V90M
A liquid solvent derived from fermentation or chemical synthesis. In medicines, alcohol dissolves active ingredients, helps preserve the product, and improves how the body absorbs certain drugs.
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86.5 g / 100 g
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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.
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0.3 g / 100 g
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Benzoic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid used as a preservative in medicines and foods. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth to extend shelf life and maintain product stability.
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0.3 g / 100 g
UNII 3XUS85K0RA
Butylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or plants that acts as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster in medicines. It helps keep formulations stable, dissolve active ingredients, and maintain moisture in topical products.
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0.8 g / 100 g
UNII 51D0RGY52V
Camphor leaf oil is a volatile liquid extracted from camphor tree leaves. It functions as a flavoring agent and fragrance in medicines, and may help preserve the product by inhibiting microbial growth.
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0.45 g / 100 g
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A compound derived from coconut oil that acts as a conditioning agent and surfactant. It helps stabilize and thicken liquid formulations while reducing static and improving texture in topical products.
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0.25 g / 100 g
UNII 6559FC0U1B
A plant extract from the gentiana macrophylla root used in traditional medicine formulations. It typically serves as a flavoring agent or botanical ingredient to add taste and traditional properties to the medicine.
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0.25 g / 100 g
UNII GXZ33VNT92
Gentiana scabra root is a plant extract used in some formulations as a flavoring agent and natural colorant. It may also serve to support the product's stability and shelf life.
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1.2 g / 100 g
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A synthetic emulsifier and humectant derived from glycerin and plant oils. It helps blend oil and water components in formulations and improves moisture retention in topical products.
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0.5 g / 100 g
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A cooling compound from mint plants used as a flavoring agent and to create a fresh sensation in medicines. It helps mask bitter tastes and improve how the product feels in the mouth.
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0.5 g / 100 g
UNII HIE492ZZ3T
Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative and antimicrobial agent used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and cosmetic products, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.
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1.2 g / 100 g
UNII 7YC686GQ8F
A synthetic oily substance made from castor oil. It works as a solubilizer and emulsifier to help mix oily and water-based ingredients together in the medicine.
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2.5 g / 100 g
UNII 6DC9Q167V3
Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
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0.25 g / 100 g
UNII U0787KJ43Q
A plant extract from the Swertia chirayita leaf, used in traditional herbal formulations. It may serve as a flavoring agent or herbal ingredient to support the product's intended botanical composition.
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| Price system | Per mL | 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. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Venrock .5 g/100g; 1.5 g/100gthis 85772-0002-01 | Guangzhou | 1 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 85772-0002-01 You're viewing this | 1 g in 1 BOX (85772-0002-1) | 2025-06-20 | Active |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses Helps prevent and control recurrence of the symptoms of dandruff Helps prevent recurrence of the flaking and itching associated with dandruff
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions Shake well before use Apply to affected areas one to four times daily or as directed by a doctor For best results, use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor Application: Hold 15-20 cm (4-6 inches) from dry scalp and spray onto affected areas. Use fingertips to massage into scalp for 1-2 minutes until fully absorbed. Do not rinse.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only. Do not use On scalp that is broken or inflamed On children under 12 years of age If you are pregnant When using this product Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water Avoid contact with mucous membranes. Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition worsens or does not improve after regular use Allergic reaction occurs or irritation persists
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient(s) Piroctone Olamine 0.5% Salicylic Acid 1.5%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients AQUA, ALCOHOL, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SALICYLIC ACID, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, GLYCERETH-25 PCA ISOSTEARATE, CINNAMOMUM CAMPHORA (CAMPHOR) LEAF OIL, PHENOXYETHANOL, MENTHOL, COCAMIDOPROPYL PG-DIMONIUM CHLORIDE PHOSPHATE, PIROCTONE OLAMINE, BENZOIC ACID, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SWERTIA CHIRATA EXTRACT, GENTIANA MACROPHYLLA ROOT EXTRACT, GENTIANA SCABRA EXTRACT
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose(s) Anti-dandruff (dissolves oil plugs and unclogs pores) Anti-dandruff (inhibits Malassezia)