Salicylix SF 12% Ointment (Salicylic Acid 12%)

Description

Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is a medicine that consists of salicylic acid. It is used to treat skin disorders such as calluses (hardened skin), warts of the hands or feet and psoriasis (a condition where your skin becomes red and itchy, with scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp).

Salicylix SF 12 Ointment unplugs the blocked skin pores to allow warts to shrink. It also works by softening and loosening the dry, scaly, or thickened skin, causing shedding of the outer layer of the skin. This kills microbes, clears out skin issues and helps in the recovery of the skin.

Salicylix SF 12 Ointment may cause some side effects like whitening of the skin, skin rashes, peeling of the skin and irritation at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Before beginning the treatment, your doctor may suggest a patch test to check if this medicine is safe and non-allergenic for you. Stop using this ointment if you experience a severe headache, ringing in the ears, dizziness, breathing difficulty or severe burning of the skin. This medicine should not be used to treat genital warts, warts on the face, warts with hair, warts in the nose or mouth, moles.

Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin layer over the affected parts of the skin. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. Rinse with water immediately if the medicine comes in contact with these areas. Avoid using any other medications on the same area while using Salicylix SF 12 Ointment.

Salicylix SF 12 Ointment may take a few days or weeks for improving your condition. Therefore, it is advised to complete the whole treatment with this medicine as prescribed. Inform your doctor if you have liver problems before using Salicylix SF 12 Ointment. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine. Inform your doctor if the condition has not improved even after three weeks of treatment.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Salicylix SF 12 Ointment
SALTRIX OINTMENT 30GM
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Salicylix SF 12 Ointment
Skin irritation
Stinging
Skin rash
Change in color and texture of the skin
Redness of the skin

Uses of Salicylix SF 12 Ointment

What is it prescribed for?
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin condition that results in dry, scaly and itchy skin. Dry skin is more prone to various microbial infections. It can be triggered by stress and long-term exposure to colds and dehydration. Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is used for the treatment of psoriasis.
Warts and skin tags
Warts are small, fleshy bumps on the skin that can be caused by human papillomavirus. Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is used to treat skin disorders such as warts on the hands, feet and other dry and scaly skin conditions.
Callus
A callus is an area of thickened skin that forms as a response to repeated friction, pressure, or other irritation. Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is used to treat callus on the hands, feet and other dry and scaly skin conditions.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid using Salicylix SF 12 Ointment if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of an allergic reaction such as headache, ringing in the ears, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, care should be taken such that the infant does not come into contact with the medicine.
General warnings
Salicylism
Prolonged use of Salicylix SF 12 Ointment may lead to a toxic condition marked by ringing in the ears, nausea, and vomiting (salicylism) in some people. Your doctor may suggest an alternative or adjust the dose of this medicine if required based on your condition.
External use
Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is only recommended for external use. Avoid contact with the mouth, eyes, mucous membranes, cuts, grazes, or wounds. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact.
Use in children
Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is not recommended for use in children below the age of 2 years as the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Salicylix SF 12 Ointment as soon as you remember. Do not apply two doses at one time to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required. Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

General Instructions
Salicylix SF 12 Ointment is an external preparation. Avoid contact with the mouth, eyes, nose, and, ears. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water.

Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not use this medicine for durations shorter or longer than recommended by your doctor.

Apply a thin layer of Salicylix SF 12 Ointment to the affected area as instructed by the doctor.

It may take several days to see the effects of Salicylix SF 12 Ointment. Finish the entire course of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days.

Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Do not freeze the medicine.