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Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash

SALICYLIC ACID

Standard Dose
Directions Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated below. apply a small amount to dampened skin. cover the entire affected area with a thin layer and rinse thoroughly . Shake before use. because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application every other day, then gradually increase to one application daily or as directed by a doctor. if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application use to every other day.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Use For the management of acne
Summary

Indications and usage Use For the management of acne Dosage and administration Directions Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days.

If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated below. apply a small amount to dampened skin. cover the entire affected area with a thin layer and rinse thoroughly .

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Use For the management of acne Dosage and administration Directions Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated below. apply a small amount to dampened skin. cover the entire affected area with a thin layer and rinse thoroughly . Shake before use. because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application every other day, then gradually increase to one application daily or as directed by a doctor. if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application use to every other day. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only When using this product skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe. 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 When using this product skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time.
  • If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time.
  • avoid contact with eyes.
  • If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.