Indications - 6% Salicylic Acid: This topical preparations treat the following common scaly conditions: Chronic atopic dermatitis Lichen simplex Psoriasis Seborrhoeic dermatitis Ichthiosis 12% Salicylic Acid: This topical preparations treat the following common scaly conditions: Warts (small excessive growths of skin caused by a type of virus. Warts often occur on the fingers or on the back of the hands). Verruca (occurs only on the sole of the feet and can be painful. It often looks like a small white ring of skin with a black dot in the centre). Corns and Calluses (are hard, thick pads of skin caused by pressure and friction. They usually occur on the feet due to poorly fitting shoes and can occur on the hands).
Dosage & Administration - 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. Salicylic Acid is used in children over 2 years.
Side Effects - An allergic reaction (shortness of breath, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face or tongue or hives) or severe skin irritation.
Contraindications - It should not be used in any patient known to be sensitive to Salicylic Acid or any other listed ingredients.
Others - Pregnancy & Lactation Pregnancy Category C. If used by nursing mothers, it should not be used on the chest area to avoid accidental contamination of the child.