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clear days ahead fast-acting salicylic acid acne spot treatment

SALICYLIC ACID

Standard Dose
Directions cleanse skin thoroughly before applying medication. cover the entire affected area with a thin layer 1-3 times daily because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with 1 application daily, then gradually increase to 2-3 times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Indications for the treatment of acne
Summary

Indications and usage Indications for the treatment of acne Dosage and administration Directions cleanse skin thoroughly before applying medication. cover the entire affected area with a thin layer 1-3 times daily because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with 1 application daily, then gradually increase to 2-3 times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.

Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are using other topical acne medications at he same time or immediately following use of this product. this may increase dryness or irritation of the skin. if this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed by a doctor.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Indications for the treatment of acne Dosage and administration Directions cleanse skin thoroughly before applying medication. cover the entire affected area with a thin layer 1-3 times daily because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with 1 application daily, then gradually increase to 2-3 times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are using other topical acne medications at he same time or immediately following use of this product. this may increase dryness or irritation of the skin. if this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed by a doctor. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. If redness or irritation persists, contact your doctor right away. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are using other topical acne medications at he same time or immediately following use of this product.
  • this may increase dryness or irritation of the skin.
  • if this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed by a doctor.
  • When using this product avoid contact with eyes.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
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