Keralyt Scalp (salicylic acid)
Topical Gel (Gram); Topical Kit, Shampoo And Gel
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
Salicylic acid is a keratolytic agent.
Salicylic acid is used topically for its keratolytic effect in the management of acne and other skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and dandruff; the drug also is used topically for the removal of warts, corns, and calluses.
Generic name: salicylic acid
Therapeutic class: Dermatological
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Keralyt Scalp:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Dandruff
- Keratoderma
- Psoriasis
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
Also known as: Acne Simplex, Branny Tetter, Common Acne, Dermatitis Seborrheica, Dyssebacea, Dyssebacia, Pityriasis Capitis, Pityriasis Sicca, Pityriasis Simplex, Scurf, Seborrhea Corporis, Seborrhea Furfuracea, Seborrhea Sicca, Seborrheic Eczema, Simple Acne, Unna's Disease.
Dosing
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Salicylic acid is applied topically to the skin as a cake, cream, gel, lotion, ointment, pledget, plaster, shampoo, solution, or suspension. Topical preparations of salicylic acid are for external use only. Contact with the eyes should be avoided; if contact occurs, the affected eye(s) should be washed thoroughly with water.
Prior to topical application, the affected area(s) to be treated should be cleansed and allowed to dry. Prior to removal of warts, corns, and calluses, the affected area may be soaked in warm water for 5 minutes.
Salicylic acid is commercially available in various preparations, some of which are intended for self-medication; the manufacturer's product labeling should be consulted for complete directions regarding appropriate dosage and administration of specific products.
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Keralyt 6% Scalp Gel | Maintenance | Apply to cleansed affected area by topical route once daily at bedtime and wash off in the morning. |
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Salicylic Acid 6% Gel | Maintenance | Apply to cleansed affected area by topical route once daily at bedtime and wash off in the morning. |
Drug interactions
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There are no contraindication interactions for this drug.
There are no severe interactions for this drug.
There are no moderate interactions for this drug.
Contraindications
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- Aspirin exacerbated respiratory disease
- Hemolytic anemia from pyruvate kinase and g6PD deficiencies
There are no severe contraindications for this drug.
- Peripheral vascular disease
Adverse reactions
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Rare or Very Rare
- Anaphylaxis
- Burns
- Dyspnea
- Facial edema
- Hypersensitivity drug reaction
- Periorbital edema
- Pharyngeal edema
- Skin ulcer
- Superficial skin ulcer
- Syncope
- Throat constriction
- Urticaria
More Frequent
- Stinging of skin
Less Frequent
- Dry skin
- Skin irritation
Rare or Very Rare
- Pruritus of skin
Precautions
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There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of topical salicylic acid in pregnant women; the drug should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefits justify the possible risks to the fetus.
Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions to salicylic acid in nursing infants, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the woman. If used in nursing women, the drug should not be applied to the chest area to avoid accidental contamination of the infant.
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Acne vulgaris | ||
| L70.0 | ICD10CM | Acne vulgaris |
| Calluses and corns | ||
| L84 | ICD10CM | Corns and callosities |
| Dandruff | ||
| L21.0 | ICD10CM | Seborrhea capitis |
| Hyperkeratosis | ||
| L85.9 | ICD10CM | Epidermal thickening, unspecified |
| Keratoderma | ||
| L85.1 | ICD10CM | Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris |
| Psoriasis | ||
| L40 | ICD10CM | Psoriasis |
| L40.0 | ICD10CM | Psoriasis vulgaris |
| L40.1 | ICD10CM | Generalized pustular psoriasis |
| L40.2 | ICD10CM | Acrodermatitis continua |
| L40.3 | ICD10CM | Pustulosis palmaris et plantaris |
| L40.4 | ICD10CM | Guttate psoriasis |
| L40.5 | ICD10CM | Arthropathic psoriasis |
| L40.50 | ICD10CM | Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified |
| L40.51 | ICD10CM | Distal interphalangeal psoriatic arthropathy |
| L40.52 | ICD10CM | Psoriatic arthritis mutilans |
| L40.53 | ICD10CM | Psoriatic spondylitis |
| L40.54 | ICD10CM | Psoriatic juvenile arthropathy |
| L40.59 | ICD10CM | Other psoriatic arthropathy |
| L40.8 | ICD10CM | Other psoriasis |
| L40.9 | ICD10CM | Psoriasis, unspecified |
| Seborrheic dermatitis | ||
| L21 | ICD10CM | Seborrheic dermatitis |
| L21.0 | ICD10CM | Seborrhea capitis |
| L21.1 | ICD10CM | Seborrheic infantile dermatitis |
| L21.8 | ICD10CM | Other seborrheic dermatitis |
| L21.9 | ICD10CM | Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified |
| Verruca plantaris | ||
| B07.0 | ICD10CM | Plantar wart |
| Verruca vulgaris | ||
| B07 | ICD10CM | Viral warts |
| B07.8 | ICD10CM | Other viral warts |
| B07.9 | ICD10CM | Viral wart, unspecified |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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