Salicylic Acid (salicylic acid/ammonium lactate/aloe vera)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
USES: Salicylic acid is used on the skin to treat psoriasis and other dry, scaly skin conditions. This medication is also used to help remove dead skin from warts, the palms of the hands, and the soles of the feet. It belongs to the same class of drugs as aspirin (salicylates).
This medication should not be used by children younger than 2 years. Salicylic acid causes the skin to shed dead cells from its top layer by increasing the amount of moisture in the skin and dissolving the "cement" between the cells. This makes it easier to shed the skin cells, softens the top layer of skin, and decreases scaling and dryness.
Generic name: salicylic acid/ammonium lactate/aloe vera
Pronunciation: (SAL-i-SIL-ik)
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Salicylic Acid:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Dandruff
- Keratoderma
- Psoriasis
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
Also known as: Acne Simplex, Branny Tetter, Common Acne, Dermatitis Seborrheica, Dyssebacea, Dyssebacia, Pityriasis Capitis, Pityriasis Sicca, Pityriasis Simplex, Scurf, Seborrhea Corporis, Seborrhea Furfuracea, Seborrhea Sicca, Seborrheic Eczema, Simple Acne, Unna's Disease.
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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