How Should I Use Sallicylic Acid

How should I use benzoic acid and salicylic acid?

This medicine is usually applied 2 times per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not take by mouth. Benzoic acid and salicylic acid is for use only on the skin. Do not use this medicine on open wounds or on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin. If this medicine gets in your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse with water.

Wash your hands before and after applying benzoic acid and salicylic acid.

Gently rinse the affected skin with saline or water before treating it with this medicine. Pat the skin dry with a clean towel or cotton gauze.

Apply a generous amount

Throw the swab away after one use. You may also apply the medicine to a cotton gauze pad and then place the gauze over your skin.

Keep the treated skin area clean and expose it to air whenever possible.

Do not cover the treated skin area with an adhesive bandage unless your doctor tells you to.

Do not allow the tip of the medicine tube to touch any surfaces, including the skin you are treating.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if they get worse while using benzoic acid and salicylic acid.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while using benzoic acid and salicylic acid?

Avoid using wet packs or wet-to-dry packs on the treated skin areas. They can make this medicine less effective.

Avoid getting the medicine in your eyes, mouth, or nose. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with