Salicylic Acid Ointment
Dosage form: ointment
Drug classes:Topical acne agents, Topical keratolytics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 21, 2021.
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Salicylic Acid Ointment Description
Salicylic Acid 3% topical ointment contains 30 mg salicylic acid per gram in a base containing: PEG-8, PEG-75, Benzoic acid and Quercus Alba Bark Extract.
Salicylic Acid Ointment - Clinical Pharmacology
The mechanism of action of Salicylic Acid 3% topical ointment is not known. While the following animal data are available, their clinical significance is unknown. It has been demonstrated that Salicylic Acid 3% topical ointment significantly reduces methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) protected by biofilms in wounds using porcine models. In addition, Salicylic Acid 3% topical ointment stimulates re-epithelialization of second-degree burns in porcine models.
Clinical Studies
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluated the rate of wound re-epithelialization. Four partial-thickness wounds (2×2 cm & 0.2 mm deep) were created under local anesthesia on the thighs of 13 normal, healthy, male volunteers with an electrokeratome. Salicylic Acid 3% topical ointment substantially increased the rate of re-epithelialization by 63% over the vehicle alone (p<0.01) and 77% over untreated control (p<0.005).
Indications and Usage for Salicylic Acid Ointment
An external treatment for the inflammation and irritation associated with many common forms of dermatitis, including certain eczematoid conditions. These conditions include complications associated with pyodermas. Indicated also in the treatment of insect bites, burns and fungal infections.
Contraindications
Salicylic Acid 3% topical ointment is contraindicated for use in those patients who are hypersensitive to topical polyethylene glycols.
Precautions
For external use only. Not to be used in eyes.
