Manufacturer: East West Pharma
Salt Composition : Salicylic Acid(6% w/w)
Tube of 25gm Ointment
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Dersol 6% Ointment may be used alone or with other acne treatments. You should use it as your doctor's advice. The leaflet that comes with the product will also give instructions which you should read to get the most out of this medicine. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of gel once or twice a day. You should not apply it to damaged or broken skin and avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, and nose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve and several months to get maximum benefit but after you have used it for a month you should see your doctor again to check if your condition is improving.
Salicylic acid is a keratolytic. It belongs to the same class of drugs as aspirin (salicylates). It works by increasing the amount of moisture in the skin and dissolving the substance that causes the skin cells to stick together. This makes it easier to shed the skin cells.
Pharmacokinetic variables were calculated in a non-compartmental model. The elimination half-life (T1/2 el) of SA after IV administration of 200 mg/kg SS was 1.16 ± 0.32 h. Mean bioavailability of SA was 64%, and mean T1/2 el was 1.90 ± 0.35 h, after 200 mg/kg of oral SS.
Itching
Stinging sensation
Skin peeling
Erythema (skin redness)
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Children, hepatic disease, renal impairment. ...
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Breast-feeding.
Dersol 6% Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Dersol 6% Ointment should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Salicylic acid topical is used to treat many skin disorders, such as acne, dandruff, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis of the skin and scalp, calluses, corns, common warts, and plantar warts, depending on the dosage form and strength of the preparation
adapalene topical.
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tazarotene topical.
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trifarotene topical.
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Dersol 6% Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Dersol 6% Ointment helps in the treatment and prevention of acne.
Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and genitals. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
It makes your skin sensitive towards sunlight. Use protective measures like sunscreen or wear protective clothing.
Inform your doctor if you notice unusual dryness, redness and peeling of the skin.
Do not apply to open wounds or irritated skin.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
Q. How should Dersol 6% Ointment be applied?
You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Dersol 6% Ointment cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. After applying, wash your hands thoroughly with water.
Q. Should Dersol 6% Ointment be left overnight?
At the beginning of the treatment, Dersol 6% Ointment is usually used once daily in the evening. The area is not washed off after application of Dersol 6% Ointment, so it can be left overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.
Q. What should prompt me to discontinue Dersol 6% Ointment?
You should discontinue Dersol 6% Ointment and consult your doctor if you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation.
Q. What precautions should be followed while applying Dersol 6% Ointment?
Use Dersol 6% Ointment only on your skin. Keep it away from areas like your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Dersol 6% Ointment on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Dersol 6% Ointment on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. Dersol 6% Ointment can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Dersol 6% Ointment. Avoid contact with hair as Dersol 6% Ointment has bleaching properties. It can even bleach dyed or colored fabric, furniture or carpeting.
