salicylic acid /sal·i·cyl·ic ac·id/ (sal″ĭ-sil´ik) a topical keratolytic and caustic; see also salicylate.
Salicylic acid
salicylic acid
sal·i·cyl·ic acid (s l  -sl k)n. A white crystalline acid used in making aspirin and in the topical treatment of skin conditions such as eczema. |
Salicylic acid
An agent prescribed in the treatment of hyperkeratotic skin conditions and fungal infections.
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salicylic acid
[sal′isil′ik]
a keratolytic agent.
indications It is prescribed in the treatment of hyperkeratotic skin conditions and as an adjunct in fungal infections.
contraindications Diabetes, impaired circulation, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use.
adverse effects Among the more serious adverse effects are skin inflammation and salicylism.
salicylic acid
o-hydroxybenzoic acid; used as a keratolytic. See also salicylate.
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