Dhs Zinc

pyrithione zinc · Shampoo · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active ingredient Zinc Pyrithione 2%

Purpose

Purpose For the control of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis

Uses

​Uses DHS Zinc Shampoo helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only.

Ask a doctor before use

Ask a doctor before use if you have Seborrheic dermatitis that covers a large area of the body.

When using this product

When using this product Do not get into eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition worsens or does not improve after regular use.

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.

Directions

Directions Shake well before using. Wet hair thoroughly; apply a liberal amount of DHS Zinc Shampoo and massage into a rich 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 physician.

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients Water (Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, PEG-8 Distearate, Sodium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Fragrance, Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6

Questions?

Questions? Please call 1 (800) 423-2341

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Person and Covey (revised Mar 9, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Dhs Zinc NDC products (2)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
0096-0735Pyrithione Zinc 20 mg/mL
Shampoo
Person and CoveyOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
0096-0811Pyrithione Zinc 20 mg/mL
Shampoo
Person and CoveyOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Dhs Zinc used for?

​Uses DHS Zinc Shampoo helps prevent recurrence of scalp itching and flaking associated with Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff.

Who makes Dhs Zinc?

Dhs Zinc is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Person and Covey.