Dandruff treatment

Ages 18-64

Visit type

Messaging

This is right for you if

Your scalp is flaky, dry, or itchy

You don’t have sores, wounds, or bumps on your scalp

You don’t have scalp psoriasis

You’re not pregnant

What's included

Personalized dandruff treatment plans may include prescription medications that help control dandruff, over-the-counter treatments, and self-care strategies. If this is your first time trying to treat dandruff, your clinician may recommend an over-the-counter dandruff medication. You can message your clinician with follow-up questions for 14 days after you get your treatment plan.

If you need treatment for an additional health condition, you’ll need to start a separate visit.

Commonly prescribed medications

Ketoconazole shampoo
Ciclopirox shampoo

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This chart is for informational purposes only. Your clinician will determine treatment plans, prescriptions, and number of refills (if any) based on your symptoms and health history. Refill estimates are based on a 30-day supply of medication.

Alpha, HealthTap, and SteadyMD have licensed clinicians (like MDs, DOs, and NPs). At Alpha, the typical number of topical refills per visit is 1. At HealthTap, the typical number of topical refills per visit is 11. At SteadyMD, the typical number of topical refills per visit is 3. Business hours for Alpha are 9 AM to 5 PM ET, 7 days a week. Business hours for HealthTap are 8 AM to 10 PM ET, 7 days a week. Business hours for SteadyMD are 10 AM to 12 AM ET, 7 days a week. Responses outside these hours may be delayed.

What you’ll need

2 photos of the affected area, including at least one close-up photo

A photo ID, like a driver's license or passport, if we need to verify your identity

5 to 10 minutes to answer questions about your symptoms and health history

How it works

Answer some questions

Clinician reviews your info

Get treatment plan

You can message your clinician with follow-up questions for 14 days after you get your treatment plan.

You should know

Based on your health information, your clinician may recommend that you see a healthcare provider in person. If that happens, you’ll still be charged for your visit. Amazon Clinic doesn’t accept insurance at this time, and isn’t intended for beneficiaries of government payor programs, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Frequently asked questions

What medications can I get?

Your clinician may prescribe shampoos, gels, or foams with medications like ciclopirox and ketoconazole.

Please note: This information is for general reference only. Your clinician will review your symptoms and health history to determine which (if any) treatments are medically necessary.

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