| Pronunciation |
 (SUL
fur & sal i SIL ik AS
id) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Aveeno® Cleansing Bar [OTC]; Fostex®[OTC]; Pernox®[OTC]; SAStid® Plain Therapeutic Shampoo and Acne Wash [OTC] |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Synonyms |
| Salicylic Acid and Sulfur |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Topical Skin Product |
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| Use |
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Therapeutic shampoo for dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis; acne skin cleanser |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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Local: Topical preparations containing 2% to 5% sulfur generally are well tolerated, local irritation may occur, concentration >15% is very irritating to the skin, higher concentration (eg, 10% or higher) may cause systemic toxicity (eg, headache, vomiting, muscle cramps, dizziness, collapse) |
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| Stability |
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Preparations containing sulfur may react with metals including silver and copper, resulting in discoloration of the metal |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Children and Adults: Soap: Use daily or every other day |
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| Administration |
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For external use only |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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Avoid contact with the eyes; contact physician if condition worsens or rash or irritation develops |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Cake: Sulfur 2% and salicylic acid 2% (123 g) Cleanser: Sulfur 2% and salicylic acid 1.5% (60 mL, 120 mL) Shampoo: Micropulverized sulfur 2% and salicylic acid 2% (120 mL, 240 mL) Soap: Micropulverized sulfur 2% and salicylic acid 2% (113 g) Wash: Sulfur 1.6% and salicylic acid 1.6% (75 mL) |
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