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Saliface Foaming Face Wash

Manufactured byAPEX LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsSalicylic Acid
Description
Saliface Foaming Face Wash is a medicine that contains salicylic acid. It is used to treat acne (pimples, whiteheads, blackheads on the skin caused by bacteria). It 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. Saliface Foaming Face Wash can cause some side effects like whitening of the skin, skin rashes, peeling of the skin and irritation at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose and, mouth. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Saliface Foaming Face Wash is meant for external use only. Clean the affected area with water, apply the face wash uniformly and form a lather. Allow it to stand and then wash it with water. You should use this face wash as directed by your doctor. Saliface Foaming Face Wash is generally safe for use. However, to ensure its safety, let your doctor know of any skin conditions or any medications. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Saliface Foaming Face Wash

Saliac Foaming Face Wash
Zydus Cadila

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Saliface Foaming Face Wash

  • Skin irritation
  • Stinging
  • Skin rash
  • Change in color and texture of the skin
  • Redness of the skin
  • Skin peeling

Uses of Saliface Foaming Face Wash

What is it prescribed for?

  • Acne vulgaris
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Saliface Foaming Face Wash to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Saliface Foaming Face Wash produces its effects on 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 Saliface Foaming Face Wash.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Saliface Foaming Face Wash is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Saliface Foaming Face Wash is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, care should be taken so that the infant does not come into contact with the medicine.

Allergy

Avoid Saliface Foaming Face Wash 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

Saliface Foaming Face Wash is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Saliface Foaming Face Wash is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, care should be taken so that the infant does not come into contact with the medicine.
General warnings

Salicylism

Prolonged use of Saliface Foaming Face Wash may lead to salicylism (a toxic condition marked by ringing in the ears, nausea, and vomiting) in some people. Your doctor may suggest an alternative or adjust the dose of this medicine if required based on your condition.

External use

Saliface Foaming Face Wash 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

Saliface Foaming Face Wash is not recommended for use in children below the age of 2 years as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Missed Dose

Saliface Foaming Face Wash 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 Saliface Foaming Face Wash is 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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Saliface Foaming Face Wash is meant for external use only. If the medicine 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

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Saliface Foaming Face Wash 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

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical keratolytics, Topical acne agents

Schedule

OTC

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Information on this page was last updated on 28 Oct 2021

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