Salicylic acid, commercially known as Ionil, is a topical drug with anti-seborrheic and atiacne characteristics. It works by producing a peeling of the areas of the skin that are hyperkeratosis.
Indications
Seborrheic dermatitis; dandruff; psoriasis; keratosis; vulgar acne.
Side effects
redness and crusts on the skin; If there is absorption of the product, diarrhea may occur; psychic disorders; nausea; hearing loss; accelerated breathing; somnolence; dizziness; vomiting; ringing in the ears.
Contraindications
Pregnancy risk C; children under 2 years; diabetics; patients with circulatory failure; on warts; birthmarks; papillae with hair; hypersensitivity to salicylic acid.
