Salicylic acid can be applied to the skin to deal with psoriasis and different dry, scaly skin conditions. Salicylic acid causes the skin to shed dead cells from its top layer by increasing the amount of moisture within the skin and dissolving the “cement” among the cells.
Salicylic acid is used on the skin to treat psoriasis and different dry, scaly skin situations. This medication is also used to remove dead skin cells from warts, the palms of the hands, and the soles of the feet. It belongs to the same class of medications as aspirin (salicylates). This product should never be used in children younger than 2 years.
Salicylic acid causes the skin to shed dead skin cells from its upper layer by increasing the amount of moisture within the skin and dissolving the “cement” among the cells. This makes it easier to shed the dead skin cells, to soften the top layer of skin, and decreases scaling and dryness.
Younger children less than 12 years of age and people with liver or kidney diseases have greater risks. Tell your health practitioner right away if any of those rare but serious events occur: unexplained nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rapid respiration, dizziness, hearing troubles (including ringing within the ears, listening to loss), mental/mood changes, and tiredness.
Burning, redness, and peeling skin close to the treated area may additionally arise. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist directly.
Precautions
Before you use salicylic acid, tell your health practitioner or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to aspirin; or when you have other allergies. This product may additionally have components that can cause allergic reactions or other troubles. Talk with your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially kidney issues, and liver problems.
Interactions
This drug cannot be used with flu vaccine because it may give rise to a condition known as Reye’s syndrome.
Before using this medicinal drug, tell your physician or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/natural products you may use especially methotrexate, different aspirin/salicylate drugs, and “water capsules” (diuretics).
This medicinal drug can be dangerous if swallowed. If a person has overdosed and has critical signs such as fainting or difficulty in breathing, contact 911. Otherwise, contact a poison control clinic right away.
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