Kerasal
Generic name:salicylic acid and urea topical [ sal-ih-SILL-ik-AH-sid-and-you-REE-ah ]
Brand names: Carb-O-Sal5, Kerasal, Salvax Duo, Salvax Duo Plus
Drug class:Topical emollients
What is Kerasal?
Salicylic acid is a keratolytic (peeling agent). Salicylic acid causes shedding of the outer layer of skin.
Urea is an emollient (skin softening agent). Urea helps to moisturize the skin.
The combination of salicylic acid and urea topical (for the skin) is used to soften and remove rough, scaly skin caused by warts, calluses, keratosis, or psoriasis.
Kerasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use Kerasal on a child younger than 2 years old. This medication should not be used on a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. Salicylates can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye's syndrome in children.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to salicylic acid or urea.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Kerasal if you have:
kidney disease; or
It is not known whether Kerasal will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether salicylic acid and urea topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
This medication should not be used on a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. Salicylates can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye's syndrome in children.
Do not use Kerasal on a child younger than 2 years old.
How should I use Kerasal?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not use Kerasal to treat any skin condition that has not been checked by your doctor.
Gently clean and dry the affected area before applying the medication.
Shake the foam well just before each use. Turn the medicine canister upside down to dispense the foam.
Apply the medication to the affected area as directed. Do not use Kerasal on skin that is red, swollen, infected, or oozing.
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