What is Beta Care Betatar Gel: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

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Beta Care Betatar Gel overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • DHS Tar, DHS Tar Gel Shampoo, DHS Tar Shampoo, Ionil-T, MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning, Neutrogena T/Gel, Neutrogena T/Gel Extra Strength, Scytera, Tarsum Professional, Therapeutic Shampoo, X-Seb T Pearl, X-Seb T Plus Conditioning Shampoo

Generic Names:

  • Beta Care Betatar Gel

Uses:

  • Relieves drying, itching, flaking, scaling, or irritation of the skin caused by psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antipruritic, Antipsoriatic, Antiseborrheic, Keratolytic

Forms:

  • Liquid, Shampoo, Foam, Soap, Cream

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin

What is Beta Care Betatar Gel used for?

What form(s) does Beta Care Betatar Gel come in

  • Liquid

  • Shampoo

  • Foam

  • Soap

  • Cream

What are common Beta Care Betatar Gel doses?

  • Bottle 480ML of 2.5%

How to take Beta Care Betatar Gel

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not use this medicine in or around your rectum or in the genital or groin area.

  • This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • You may pour 1 to 3 capfuls of Doak® Tar oil into warm bath water. You may apply Doak® Tar oil directly onto wet skin if used after you take a shower.

  • To use Doak® Tar shampoo, wet your hair and scalp thoroughly with water. Work the Doak® Tar shampoo into a lather and gently massage it over your whole scalp for 3 to 5 minutes before you rinse. Repeat this process one time and rinse thoroughly.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • You may pour 1 to 3 capfuls of Doak® Tar oil into warm bath water. You may apply Doak® Tar oil directly onto wet skin if used after you take a shower.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • To use Doak® Tar shampoo, wet your hair and scalp thoroughly with water. Work the Doak® Tar shampoo into a lather and gently massage it over your whole scalp for 3 to 5 minutes before you rinse. Repeat this process one time and rinse thoroughly.

  • Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not use this medicine in or around your rectum or in the genital or groin area.

What to do if you miss a dose of Beta Care Betatar Gel

Beta Care Betatar Gel contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to coal tar.

Beta Care Betatar Gel warnings

  • Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

  • This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a skin problem that involves a large area of your body. Tell your doctor if you are using other medicines or treatment for psoriasis, such as ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Beta Care Betatar Gel interactions

  • Topical application routeDo not put cosmetics or skin care products on the treated skin.

  • Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

  • This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Beta Care Betatar Gel side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Burning, itching, swelling, or redness in the treated skin area

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