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.