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SALICYLIC ACID SHAMPOO 6% 177 ML
| NDC | Mfr | Size | Str | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42546-0279-06 | PRUGEN | 177 | 6% | NA |
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Generic Name
SALICYLIC ACID
Substance Name
SALICYLIC ACID
Product Type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Route
TOPICAL
Application Number
Description
DESCRIPTION SHAMPOO contains 6% w/w salicylic acid USP in a vehicle composed of purified water, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, cocamidopropyl betaine, hexylene glycol, linoleamidpropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate, polyquaternium-22, propylene glycol, sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate, sodium citrate, sodium lauryl sarcosinate, tetrasodium EDTA, tocopherol acetate and fragrance. Salicylic acid is the 2-hydroxy derivative of benzoic acid having the following structure: Chemical Structure
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo is available in 177mL plastic bottles (NDC 42546-279-06). Store at controlled room temperature 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Do not freeze.
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE For Dermatologic Use Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo is a topical aid in the removal of excessive keratin in hyperkeratotic skin disorders, including verrucae, and the various ichthyoses (vulgaris, sex-linked and lamellar), keratosis palmaris and plantaris, keratosis pilaris, pityriasis rubra pilaris, and psoriasis (including body, scalp, palms and soles). For Podiatric Use Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo is a topical aid in the removal of excessive keratin on the dorsal and plantar hyperkeratotic lesions. Topical preparations of 6% salicylic acid have been reported to be useful adjunctive therapy for verrucae plantares.
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Wet hair and apply Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo to the scalp. Work into a lather then rinse. Repeat the treatment as needed until the condition clears. Once clearing is apparent, the occasional use of Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo will usually maintain the remission.