how to control dandruff.?

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Dr. Patil MaliniDermatologist18yrs exp

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You need to use a medicated shampoo which can be prescribed by a dermatologist. Along with that if you take tablets it would decrease the dandruff much further and for a longer period. Dandruff cannot be cured totally. It can be decreased with medications.

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Dr. Shashank AgrawalAyurveda4yrs exp

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Hi user, under ayurveda, the following are recommended as good for healthy shiny hair and to avoid dandruff: 1. Ketoconazole lotion massage on the scalp 2. Maha bhringraj oil, followed by hot fomentation 3.2 drops of cow ghee in the nostrils before bedtime (1 drop in each nostril) 4. Pranacharya allergen capsule (twice daily, morning and night) 5. Use only ayurvedic shampoos, not synthetic and 6. Consume protein rich foods and avoid junk/ spicy food and even drinks like coffee and tea.

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