Salicylic Acid Ointment
Salicylic acid ointment for acne and psoriasis. It helps shed dead skin cells and unblock pores.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Salicylic Acid
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Ointment
- Strengths
- 6% · 12%
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Salicylic Acid Ointment vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Salicylic Acid Ointment details
- Conditions
- Acne Vulgaris · Psoriasis · Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
- Alternative names
- kerasal
- Therapeutic class
- Topical Keratolytic Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Keratolytic
- Known off-label uses
- calluses; warts
- Minor side effects
- local skin burning; skin dryness
- Moderate side effects
- skin peeling; erythema; scaling skin
- Serious side effects
- severe salicylate toxicity, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Ointment
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Supply category
- Pharmacy medicine (P), available from a pharmacist without a prescription
- Onset Time
- 12–24 hours
- Duration
- 6–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children and adults under appropriate instruction.
Contraindications
broken skin; hypersensitivity to salicylates; uncontrolled diabetes mellitus (for large areas)
Patient summary
Salicylic acid ointment for acne and psoriasis. It helps shed dead skin cells and unblock pores.
Mechanism of action
Dissolves cellular intercellular cement, promoting desquamation of the stratum corneum and clearing blocked follicular pores.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Do not apply near breasts.
What you will receive
Salicylic Acid Ointment is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Salicylic Acid, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.