Salicylix SF 12 Ointment 50 gm

Salicylix SF 12 ointment 50 gm is used for peeling and shedding the outer layer of the skin in psoriasis (a condition where your skin becomes red and itchy, with scaly patched, most developed on the knees, trunk, elbows, and scalp. It is also useful in treating skin disorders such as calluses (hardened skin) and warts of the hand or feet.

The medicine contains the active ingredient Salicylic acid, which unplugs the blocked skin pores to allow warts to shrink. Salicylic acid also softens dry, scaly, or thick skin, causing shedding of the outer layer of the skin.  

Precautions

Salicylic acid is generally well tolerated in all skin types. General contraindications include salicylic acid hypersensitivity/allergy, unrealistic patient expectations, dermatitis or infection at the salicylic acid peeling site, acute viral infections, pregnancy, and isotretinoin therapy within 3 to 6 months of the peeling procedure.

The product may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight; hence, wear sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Do not apply the product on irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while applying the ointment on sensitive areas such as the neck. Avoid Salicylic ointment contact with hair or fabrics since it has bleaching properties. Also, limit the use of products that contains a large amount of alcohol (shaving creams, astringents, or after-shave lotions), hair removal creams, and products containing lime or spices while using  Salicylix SF 12% ointment.  

Side effects

Salicylix SF 12 ointment may cause some side effects, such as whitening of the skin, peeling of the skin, irritation at the site of application, and peeling of the skin. Talk to your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Before starting the topical treatment, your doctor may suggest a patch test to check if the medicine is safe and non-allergenic. Stop using the ointment if you experience a severe headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, breathing problems, or severe skin burning. This medicine is not suggested for treating genital warts with hair or warts on the face, nose, or mouth.  

How to use

Salicylix SF ointment is for topical use only. Clean and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin layer of ointment all over the affected parts of the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. Rinse with water immediately if the medicine gets into the eyes. Apply the advised amount of ointment with clean and dry hands on the affected areas of the skin. Gently massage the product into the skin with the help of your fingertip. Do wash your hands before and after applying it. Do not cover the affected area with dressing or bandages. Also, avoid using other medication on the same area while using Salicylic acid ointment.

It may take up to a few days or weeks to improve your condition. Therefore, it is advised to complete the whole treatment with this topical medicine as prescribed. Let your dermatologist know if you have been using any other topical product for other skin conditions or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, inform your doctor if the condition hasn’t improved even after three weeks of treatment.