Salicylic Acid Liquid

Dosage form: topical solution wart remover
Drug classes:Topical acne agents, Topical keratolytics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 22, 2021.

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Rx Only

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE.

DESCRIPTION:

Each mL contains 275 mg of salicylic acid in a film-forming vehicle consisting of acrylates copolymer, isopropyl alcohol, n-Butyl acetate, polyvinyl butyral, and trimethyl pentanyl diisobutyrate.

The pharmacologic activity of this product is generally attributed to the keratolytic activity of salicylic acid, which is incorporated into a polyacrylic, film-forming vehicle designed to cover the wart without the need for a bandage. The structural formula of salicylic acid is:

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY:

Although the exact mode of action for salicylic acid in the treatment of warts is unknown, its activity appears to be associated with its keratolytic action, which results in mechanical removal of epidermal cells infected with wart viruses.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE:

This product is indicated for the topical treatment and removal of common warts and plantar warts.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

This product is contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product. Patients with diabetes or impaired blood circulation should not use this product. This product also should not be used on moles, birthmarks, and unusual warts with hair growing from them, or warts on the face.

WARNINGS:

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
This product is flammable. Keep away from fire or flame. Keep bottle tightly closed when not in u..