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product_id: 2370752
title: "MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning 3% Coal Tar Shampoo 8 Fl Oz"
brand: "mg217"
price: "$610"
currency: MXN
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.mx/products/2370752-mg217-psoriasis-medicated-conditioning-3-coal-tar-shampoo-8-fl
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# Works with consistent use over weeks 3% Coal Tar active ingredient Conditioning formula soothes & softens scalp MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning 3% Coal Tar Shampoo 8 Fl Oz

**Brand:** mg217
**Price:** $610
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🧴 Unlock soothing scalp relief with MG217 — because your hair deserves expert care!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning 3% Coal Tar Shampoo 8 Fl Oz by mg217
- **How much does it cost?** $610 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.mx](https://www.desertcart.mx/products/2370752-mg217-psoriasis-medicated-conditioning-3-coal-tar-shampoo-8-fl)

## Best For

- mg217 enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mg217 brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Conditioning Care:** Leaves hair soft and manageable while treating scalp irritation.
- • **Trusted by Experts:** Recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation for quality and efficacy.
- • **Clinically Proven Relief:** Targets psoriasis symptoms—itching, scaling, redness—effectively calming your scalp.
- • **Long-Term Scalp Wellness:** Use weekly to maintain a healthy, flake-free scalp and boost confidence.
- • **Powerful 3% Coal Tar Formula:** Slows skin cell growth and controls buildup for lasting scalp health.

## Overview

MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning Shampoo features a potent 3% coal tar formula clinically proven to relieve psoriasis symptoms like itching, scaling, and redness. This conditioning shampoo not only treats scalp irritation but also slows cell growth and controls buildup, restoring a healthy scalp appearance. Recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation, it’s designed for adults seeking effective, dermatologist-trusted scalp care with consistent weekly use.

## Description

Wash away scalp irritation, itching, scaling and redness with MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning 3% Coal Tar Shampoo. Formulated with coal tar, this scalp treatment works by slowing cell growth and controls build-up. Psoriasis, dandruff, and seborrheic dermatitis don't stand a chance against this medicated shampoo. Treat your itchy scalp with this conditioning shampoo that still leaves your hair feeling soft and clean. MG217 has created the broadest over-the-counter psoriasis treatment line available, and all of its products are recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation.

Review: Takes some time to work but is effective for medication related scalp psoriasis - It has been nearly two months now and I have been using the shampoo twice a week and I have to say that it really does work -- but it takes quite a bit of time to start working. My experience with this product has been very different than others. Due to the medications I had been taking, I had developed an itchy scalp and needed a soothing shampoo. My GP recommended that I look for a shampoo with coal tar and after a lot of research I decided to give this product a try. When I first started using the product however, I was ready to send it back as being defective. Within minutes of rinsing the shampoo off my head I felt a burning sensation on my temples and behind my ears! I panicked and just rinsed my head again but this did not subside the sensation. I thought perhaps I was having an allergic reaction. However, with 30 minutes my scalp calmed down and the burning sensation faded. Days later I did notice that my scalp wasn't feeling so itchy and hot anymore. The shampoo had actually worked! So I gave it another try. Once more, after washing the shampoo off, my temples and ears were burning. But the burning subsided after a half hour or so and wasn't as intense as the first time. Now, after nearly 2 months, the shampoo is working like a dream. My head is feeling almost normal again while I'm continuing my medications. I find that I have to use this shampoo only once a week for it to be effective. My hair is also nice and shiny. After much trial and error here are a few things that I learned: 1) I stopped using other shampoos while using this shampoo. Since my scalp was reacting to the medication in my bloodstream, I figured I didn't need to dehydrate it and drown it in any more chemicals than was necessary. 2) I was initially letting the coal tar shampoo "marinate" my head for 5 minutes. The instructions say to let the shampoo sit for a "few minutes". I think this is too long. 3 minutes works best. 3) I stopped using hot water to rinse off my head when using this shampoo. Instead, I now use lukewarm water and keep my hair washing separate from my showers. This also helps with calming down a hot and itchy scalp. 4) For the first 4 weeks I used the shampoo twice a week. Then after that, I cut back to once a week. The shampoo does take some time to work but once it starts working, you don't have to use much of it. 5) It is very important that when you are washing your hair you use your fingers to apply the shampoo to your scalp and not just let it rest on the top layer of your hair. 6) Finally, make sure to shake the bottle vigorously just prior to use. This will make sure that the coal tar bits are evenly dispersed throughout the shampoo before you use it. Overall, I found this shampoo to be very effective for my scalp condition. While it does take a while to get working (nearly a month in my case), once it does, the shampoo provides much needed cooling relief to my poor head. The only other downside I'd warn other about is that the smell is quite strong and does linger on your hair for some days afterwards (though its potency subsides). The smell is very similar to Neutragena's T-Gel shampoo -- but more medicinal. I hope my experience and review has helped you. If so, I'd appreciate it if you could give me a thumbs up! Any questions about the product? Please let me know in the comments and I'll do my best to answer them!
Review: It works. - The smell is pretty bad, like when my dad used to give the dogs a flea dip in the spring and summer. But it works really well. My husband’s scalp has been irritated and red, terribly flaky and itchy for quite a long time, but after using this a few times his scalp looks and feels much better. We actually cancelled a dermatologist appointment because there was not much for her to look at any more. It is stinky, but after you rinse your hair does not smell. It’s good, effective, the price is right, and I’m ordering a second tube.

## Features

- One 8 oz bottle of MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning 3% Coal Tar Shampoo
- Psoriasis shampoo that relieves itchy scalp, irritation, scaling and redness
- Conditioning shampoo provides scalp treatment that slows cell growth and controls build-up
- Helps restore scalp's healthy appearance
- Medicated shampoo recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B009ZBMVHU |
| Active Ingredients | Coal Tar |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,707 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #254 in Hair Shampoo |
| Brand | MG217 |
| Brand Name | MG217 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 9,321 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00012277502088 |
| Hair Type | All |
| Item Dimensions | 1.94 x 1.94 x 7.5 inches |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Type Name | Coal Tar Shampoo |
| Item Weight | 0.04 Pounds |
| Liquid Volume | 8 Fluid Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Wisconsin Pharmacal - HPC |
| Material Type Free | Alcohol Free |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Coal Tar, Psoriasis Shampoo |
| Product Benefits | Conditioning,Anti-Dandruff |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Dermatitis, Psoriasis |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Suitable Hair Color | All Hair Colors |
| UPC | 012277502088 077344089749 885555170428 885322772114 885406382116 885612353917 |
| Unit Count | 8 Fluid Ounces |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** MG217
- **Hair Type:** All
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Scent:** Unscented

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do you counteract the smell? Especially if you wash your hair (not just your scalp), what do you do about the tar smell?**
A: The smell doesn't bother me.  I like that this shampoo doesn't try to cover it up with super-sweet-smelling gunk like so many others do.  Those fragrances, I find intolerable.  This just smells like... well, tar.  It's a pretty clean smell in my opinion.  And it rinses out pretty completely, anyway.  So I would advise, just be sure to rinse thoroughly!

**Q: Do I use conditioner?**
A: You can use conditioner ...

**Q: How does this bottle compare with the tube? both are labelled mg217 with 3% coal tar?**
A: I have never seen it in a tube! This shampoo is a liquid and works well.

**Q: what color is the formula??**
A: The color of this shampoo is a greenish color.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Takes some time to work but is effective for medication related scalp psoriasis
*by S***N on May 5, 2016*

It has been nearly two months now and I have been using the shampoo twice a week and I have to say that it really does work -- but it takes quite a bit of time to start working. My experience with this product has been very different than others. Due to the medications I had been taking, I had developed an itchy scalp and needed a soothing shampoo. My GP recommended that I look for a shampoo with coal tar and after a lot of research I decided to give this product a try. When I first started using the product however, I was ready to send it back as being defective. Within minutes of rinsing the shampoo off my head I felt a burning sensation on my temples and behind my ears! I panicked and just rinsed my head again but this did not subside the sensation. I thought perhaps I was having an allergic reaction. However, with 30 minutes my scalp calmed down and the burning sensation faded. Days later I did notice that my scalp wasn't feeling so itchy and hot anymore. The shampoo had actually worked! So I gave it another try. Once more, after washing the shampoo off, my temples and ears were burning. But the burning subsided after a half hour or so and wasn't as intense as the first time. Now, after nearly 2 months, the shampoo is working like a dream. My head is feeling almost normal again while I'm continuing my medications. I find that I have to use this shampoo only once a week for it to be effective. My hair is also nice and shiny. After much trial and error here are a few things that I learned: 1) I stopped using other shampoos while using this shampoo. Since my scalp was reacting to the medication in my bloodstream, I figured I didn't need to dehydrate it and drown it in any more chemicals than was necessary. 2) I was initially letting the coal tar shampoo "marinate" my head for 5 minutes. The instructions say to let the shampoo sit for a "few minutes". I think this is too long. 3 minutes works best. 3) I stopped using hot water to rinse off my head when using this shampoo. Instead, I now use lukewarm water and keep my hair washing separate from my showers. This also helps with calming down a hot and itchy scalp. 4) For the first 4 weeks I used the shampoo twice a week. Then after that, I cut back to once a week. The shampoo does take some time to work but once it starts working, you don't have to use much of it. 5) It is very important that when you are washing your hair you use your fingers to apply the shampoo to your scalp and not just let it rest on the top layer of your hair. 6) Finally, make sure to shake the bottle vigorously just prior to use. This will make sure that the coal tar bits are evenly dispersed throughout the shampoo before you use it. Overall, I found this shampoo to be very effective for my scalp condition. While it does take a while to get working (nearly a month in my case), once it does, the shampoo provides much needed cooling relief to my poor head. The only other downside I'd warn other about is that the smell is quite strong and does linger on your hair for some days afterwards (though its potency subsides). The smell is very similar to Neutragena's T-Gel shampoo -- but more medicinal. I hope my experience and review has helped you. If so, I'd appreciate it if you could give me a thumbs up! Any questions about the product? Please let me know in the comments and I'll do my best to answer them!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works.
*by B***N on October 29, 2025*

The smell is pretty bad, like when my dad used to give the dogs a flea dip in the spring and summer. But it works really well. My husband’s scalp has been irritated and red, terribly flaky and itchy for quite a long time, but after using this a few times his scalp looks and feels much better. We actually cancelled a dermatologist appointment because there was not much for her to look at any more. It is stinky, but after you rinse your hair does not smell. It’s good, effective, the price is right, and I’m ordering a second tube.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s the best bang for your buck
*by B***E on May 17, 2023*

I’ve been battling with scalp psoriasis my whole life. I’ve tried it all. Everything OTC, prescription, holistic, etc. you name it, I’ve tried it. This shampoo is good, but definitely not “holy grail”. I’m disappointed that I didn’t get the results I’m looking for, but that doesn’t mean I’m going to discontinue using this. Pros: stops the itching immediately, reduces or completely removes patches, clarifies and gets rid of any flakiness, does not burn the scalp, and does not dry out my color treated hair. Cons: SMELLS SO BAD. Be prepared for that. It’s absolutely rancid. Does not help or get rid of bumps/plaques (pls consult a dermatologist to get a steroid for that, do not rely on OTC products for that), and for desired results, you will have to use more than twice a week (again, pls consult your physician on using more often, as the ingredients can cause sensitivity to sunlight and styling products) I use this multiple times a week and typically give my scalp 1-2 days rest with a gentle shampoo. I massage it into my scalp with a scalp massager and leave it on for 5-15 minutes. It doesn’t burn, or leave a tingly sensation like some tea tree or peppermint shampoos do. It just stinks. Be wary of using this if you color your hair and make sure you don’t wash with this shampoo prior to coloring. Could cause some damage. I’ve had no issues with this stripping the color from my hair. Works well with conditioners and the styling products I use (leave in conditioner, curl cream, pomade). Lastly I cannot stress enough, PROTECT YOUR SCALP FROM SUN EXPOSURE WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT. Wear a hat, or a scarf. But be careful and don’t burn your scalp!!!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-10*