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Salicylic Acid

Prescription

Nombres comerciales: Salicylic Acid

Forma Farmacéutica
Topical
Vía de Administración
TOPICAL

About This Medication

DESCRIPTION: Each mL contains 285 mg of salicylic acid extended release in a film-forming virucidal solution consisting of acrylates copolymer, isopropyl alcohol, n-Butyl acetate, polyvinyl butyral, and trimethyl pentanyl diisobutyrate. The pharmacologic activity of this product is generally attributed to the keratolytic activity of salicylic acid, which is incorporated into a polyacrylic, film-forming virucidal solution designed to cover the wart without the need for a bandage. The structural formula of salicylic acid is: structure.jpg

Principios Activos

Ingrediente Concentración
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Indicaciones y Uso

INDICATIONS AND USAGE: This product is indicated for the topical treatment and removal of common warts and plantar warts.

Dosificación y Administración

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Prior to applying this product, soak wart in warm water for five minutes. Remove any loose tissue by gently rubbing with a washcloth, emery board, or pumice stone. Dry the wart site thoroughly. Using the brush applicator supplied, apply this product twice to the entire wart surface, allowing the first application to dry before applying the second. Continue treatment once or twice a day or as directed by a physician. Be careful not to apply to surrounding skin. Clinically visible improvement normally occurs during the first or second week of therapy. Resolution may be expected after four to six weeks of this product’s use, though some warts may take longer to remove.

Side Effects Overview

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Localized irritation may occur if this product is applied to normal skin surrounding the wart; however irritation may normally be controlled by temporarily discontinuing use and by applying the medication only to the wart site when treatment is resumed. To report a serious adverse event, call 1-855-899-4237.

Advertencias y Precauciones

Contraindicaciones

Frequently Asked Questions

INDICATIONS AND USAGE: This product is indicated for the topical treatment and removal of common warts and plantar warts.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Prior to applying this product, soak wart in warm water for five minutes. Remove any loose tissue by gently rubbing with a washcloth, emery board, or pumice stone. Dry the wart site thoroughly. Using the brush applicator supplied, apply this product twice to the entire wart surface, allowing the first application to dry before applying the second. Continue treatment once or twice a day or as directed by a physician. Be careful not to apply to surrounding …

WARNINGS: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. This product is flammable. Keep away from fire or flame. Keep bottle tightly closed when not in use.

CONTRAINDICATIONS: This product is contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product. Patients with diabetes or impaired blood circulation should not use this product. This product also should not be used on moles, birthmarks, and unusual warts with hair growing from them, or warts on the face.

Salicylic Acid is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

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References & Data Sources

Aviso Médico

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Fuentes de datos: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS

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Data sources: ChEMBL, PubChem, DailyMed.