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Description
Salisia 2 % Soap is a medicated soap that consists of salicylic acid. It is used to treat and prevent pimples, skin blemishes and skin conditions. Salisia 2 % Soap unplugs the blocked skin pores to allow warts to shrink. It also works by softening and loosening the dry, scaly, or thickened skin, causing shedding of the outer layer of the skin. This kills microbes, clears out skin issues and helps in the recovery of the skin.
Salisia 2 % Soap may cause some side effects like whitening of the skin, skin rashes, peeling of the skin and, skin irritation. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, and do not swallow the medicated water while using this soap. In case of accidental contact with the eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Salisia 2 % Soap is meant for external use only. It is used by adults and in children above 2 years of age on a regular basis. Rinse your body with water, apply the soap all over your body and rinse off the lather with warm water.
Salisia 2 % Soap is generally safe for use. It is not likely to interact with medicines taken orally or as an injection. However, to ensure its safety, inform your doctor if you are using any other preparations for your skin conditions. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before using this soap.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Salisia 2 % Soap
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Salisia 2 % Soap
Skin irritation
Stinging
Rash
Change in color and texture of the skin
Redness of skin
Hair loss
Uses of Salisia 2 % Soap
What is it prescribed for?
Acne vulgaris
Acne is a skin condition that results from your hair follicles becoming clogged with oil and dead skin cells which causes pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. Salisia 2 % Soap is used to treat and prevent acne. It also helps in clearing skin marks associated with pimples.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Salisia 2 % Soap to show its action is not known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Salisia 2 % Soap remains active in the body is not known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Salisia 2 % Soap.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Salisia 2 % Soap is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this soap.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Salisia 2 % Soap is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine. If the soap is used, care should be taken such that the infant does not come into contact with this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid Salisia 2 % Soap if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of an allergic reaction such as headache, ringing in the ears, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Salisia 2 % Soap is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this soap.
Breast-feeding
Salisia 2 % Soap is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine. If the soap is used, care should be taken such that the infant does not come into contact with this medicine.
General warnings
Salicylism
Prolonged use of Salisia 2 % Soap may lead to a toxic condition marked by ringing in the ears, nausea, and vomiting (salicylism) in some people. Your doctor may suggest an alternative or adjust the dose of this medicine if required based on your condition.
External use
Salisia 2 % Soap is only recommended for external use. Avoid contact with the mouth, eyes, mucous membranes, cuts, grazes, or wounds. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact.
Use in children
Salisia 2 % Soap is not recommended for use in children below the age of 2 years as the safety and efficacy data are not available.
Other medicines
Salisia 2 % Soap may interact with many other topical medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor if you are using any other skin preparations including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Salisia 2 % Soap is used as and when needed. If you missed applying a dose, skip it and apply it at your next dosing time.
Overdose
An overdose of Salisia 2 % Soapis not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Tretinoin/ Isotretinoin
Adapalene
Bexarotene
Trifarotene
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Salisia 2 % Soap is meant for external use only. If any content of Salisia 2 % Soap or its water is swallowed, seek immediate medical help.
Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not use this medicine for durations shorter or longer than recommended by your doctor.
Report any severe side effects or a lack of improvement to the doctor immediately.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Salisia 2 % Soap unplugs the blocked skin pores to allow pimples to shrink. It also works by softening and loosening the dry, scaly, or thickened skin, causing shedding of the outer layer of the skin.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical keratolytics, Topical acne agents, Miscellaneous topical agents
Schedule
OTC
Drugs, H., 2021. Salicylic Acid Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 22 September 2021].
Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. DailyMed - AXE ACNE CONTROL 2% SALICYLIC ACID- salicylic acid 2% soap. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 11 October 2021].
Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. DailyMed - DEFENSE ACNE CARE 2% SALICYLIC ACID- salicylic acid 2% soap. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 11 October 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Salicylic acid. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 22 September 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 28 Oct 2021
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