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Resurfacing acne swipes

SALICYLIC ACID

Standard Dose
Directions • After cleansing, use one (1) pad to sweep over dry face with focus on acne-prone areas of the skin. • Can be used up to two times daily or as tolerated by skin. • Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three 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. • Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow directions above.
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Use for the management of acne.
Summary

Indications and usage Use for the management of acne.

Dosage and administration Directions • After cleansing, use one (1) pad to sweep over dry face with focus on acne-prone areas of the skin. • Can be used up to two times daily or as tolerated by skin. • Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three 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. • Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during first 3 days.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Use for the management of acne. Dosage and administration Directions • After cleansing, use one (1) pad to sweep over dry face with focus on acne-prone areas of the skin. • Can be used up to two times daily or as tolerated by skin. • Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three 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. • Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow directions above. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only. When using this product • Skin irritation and dryness is 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. • Stop use and ask a doctor if irriation 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 is 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.
  • • Stop use and ask a doctor if irriation becomes severe.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
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