নির্দেশনা
Salicylic acid and sulfur combination is used to treat acne and other skin disorders and dandruff and other scalp disorders, such as seborrheic dermatitis.
Composition
ফার্মাকোলজি
Salicylic acid is a potent keratolytic with mild antiseptic action when applied topically. Sulfur topical is a scabicide and keratolytic agent. The mechanism of action when these two ingredients are combined, may be a synergistic keratolytic effect. The mechanism of action of salicylic acid in the treatment of acne may also include anti-inflammatory activity.
মাত্রা ও সেবনবিধি
The dose of salicylic acid and sulfur will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of salicylic acid and sulfur. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine. For acne or oily skin- Bar dosage form: Adults and children : Use on the affected skin two or three times a day. Cleansing lotion dosage form: Adults and children : Use on wet skin one to three times a day. Rub lather into skin for one minute then rinse. For dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp- Bar and shampoo dosage forms: Adults and children : Use on the scalp once a day at least two times a week or as directed by doctor. May be used each day if needed.
প্রতিনির্দেশনা
Hyppersensitivity.
পার্শ্ব প্রতিক্রিয়া
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: Skin irritation not present before use of salicylic acid and sulfur Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: Redness and peeling of skin (may occur after a few days) unusual dryness of skin
গর্ভাবস্থায় ও স্তন্যদানকালে
Breast Feeding : There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
সতর্কতা
When using salicylic acid and sulfur combination medicine, do not use any of the following preparations on the same affected area as salicylic acid and sulfur, unless otherwise directed by your doctor: Abrasive soaps or cleansers Alcohol-containing preparations Any other topical acne preparation or preparation containing a peeling agent (for example, benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, or tretinoin [vitamin A acid]) Cosmetics or soaps that dry the skin Medicated cosmetics Other topical medicine for the skin To use any of the above preparations on the same affected area as salicylic acid and sulfur combination medicine may cause severe irritation of the skin. Do not use any topical mercury-containing preparation, such as ammoniated mercury ointment, on the same affected area as salicylic acid and sulfur . To do so may cause a foul odor, may be irritating to the skin, and may stain the skin black. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional. Taking large doses of aspirin or other salicylates (including diflunisal) while using topical salicylic acid (contained in salicylic acid and sulfur) may lead to overdose. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.
থেরাপিউটিক ক্লাস
Local Antipruritic, Other scalp preparations