Salicylic Acid 6% & 12% Topical

Indications

Salicylic Acid 6% & 12% Topical is used for: As 6% Salicylic Acid: Psoriasis, Seborrhoeic dermatitis, Lichen simplex, Chronic atopic dermatitis, Ichthiosis. As 12% Salicylic Acid: Warts,Verruca, Corns and Calluses

Adult Dose

Apply to affected area once daily. Hydrate area for 5 minutes prior to application if possible. Occlude the area at night. Wash off in morning.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

It should not be used in any patient known to be sensitive to Salicylic Acid or any other listed ingredients.

Precautions

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and other mucous membranes.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Salicylic Acid 6% & 12% Topical : An allergic reaction (shortness of breath, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face or tongue or hives) or severe skin irritation.

Mechanism of Action

Salicylic acid has a potent keratolytic action and a slight antiseptic action when applied topically. It softens and destroys the stratum corneum by increasing endogenous hydration which causes the horny layer of the skin to swell, soften, and then desquamate. At high concentrations, salicylic acid has a caustic effect. It also possesses weak antifungal and antibacterial activity.