Salex (salicylic acid)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
Salicylic acid is a keratolytic agent.
Salicylic acid is used topically for its keratolytic effect in the management of acne and other skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and dandruff; the drug also is used topically for the removal of warts, corns, and calluses.
Generic name: salicylic acid
Pronunciation: (SAL-i-SIL-ik)
Reference product & biosimilars
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Salex:
- Calluses And Corns
- Hyperkeratosis
- Verruca Plantaris
- Verruca Vulgaris
Also known as: Callositas, Callosity, Common Warts, Corns And Calluses, Hyperkeratinization, Keratosis, Perkeratosis, Tyle, Tylosis, Verruca Simplex, Verrucae Pedis.
Dosing
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Salicylic acid is applied topically to the skin as a cake, cream, gel, lotion, ointment, pledget, plaster, shampoo, solution, or suspension. Topical preparations of salicylic acid are for external use only. Contact with the eyes should be avoided; if contact occurs, the affected eye(s) should be washed thoroughly with water.
Prior to topical application, the affected area(s) to be treated should be cleansed and allowed to dry. Prior to removal of warts, corns, and calluses, the affected area may be soaked in warm water for 5 minutes.
Salicylic acid is commercially available in various preparations, some of which are intended for self-medication; the manufacturer's product labeling should be consulted for complete directions regarding appropriate dosage and administration of specific products.
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Drug interactions
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Contraindications
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Adverse reactions
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Precautions
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There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of topical salicylic acid in pregnant women; the drug should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefits justify the possible risks to the fetus.
Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions to salicylic acid in nursing infants, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the woman. If used in nursing women, the drug should not be applied to the chest area to avoid accidental contamination of the infant.
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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