| Drug Name: | Salicylic Acid |
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| Drug Class: | Keratolytic agent |
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| Mechanism of Action: | Exfoliates the outer layer of the skin, promoting shedding of dead skin cells |
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| Use: | - Treatment of acne
- Removal of warts, calluses, and corns
- Treatment of psoriasis and other skin conditions
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| Side Effects: | - Skin irritation
- Dryness
- Peeling
- Redness
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| Contraindications: | - Hypersensitivity to salicylic acid
- Open wounds or broken skin
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
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