Salicylic Acid 6 percent

Rx Only

FOR DERMATOLOGICAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC,ORAL OR INTRAVAGINAL USE.

SHAMPOO contains 6% w/w salicylic acid USP in a vehicle composed of purified water, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, cocamidopropyl betaine, hexylene glycol, linoleamidpropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate, polyquaternium-22, propylene glycol, sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate, sodium citrate, sodium lauryl sarcosinate, tetrasodium EDTA, tocopherol acetate and fragrance.

Salicylic acid is the 2-hydroxy derivative of benzoic acid having the following structure:

Salicylic acid has been shown to produce desquamation of the horny layer of skin while not effecting qualitative or quantitative changes in the structure of the viable epidermis. The mechanism of action has been attributed to a dissolution of inter cellular cement substance.

In a study of the percutaneous absorption of salicylic acid in a 6%salicylic acid gel in four patients with extensive active psoriasis, Taylor and Halprin showed that the peak serum salicylate levels never exceeded 5 mg/100 ml even though more than 60% of the applied salicylic acid was absorbed. Systemic toxic reactions are usually associated with much higher serum levels (30 to 40 mg/100 ml).

Peak serum levels occurred within five hours of the topical application under occlusion. The sites were occluded for 10 hours over the entire body surface below the neck. Since salicylates are distributed in the extra cellular space, patients with a contracted extra cellular space due to dehydration or diuretics have a higher salicylate levels than those with a normal extra cellular space. (See PRECAUTIONS)

The major metabolites identified in the urine after topical administration are salicyluric acid (52%), salicylate glucuronides (42%) and free salicylic acid (6%). The urinary metabolites after percutaneous absorption differ from those after oral salicylate administration; those derived from percutaneous absorption contain more salicylate glucuronides and less salicyluric and salicylic acid. Almost 95% of a single dose of salicylate is excreted within 24 hours of its entrance into the extracellular space.

Fifty to eighty percent of a salicylate is protein bound to albumin. Salicylates compete with the binding of several drugs and can modify the actions of these drugs; by similar competitive mechanisms other drugs can influence the serum levels of salicylate.(See PRECAUTIONS)

Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo should not be used in any Patient known to be sensitive to salicylic acid or any other listed ingredients. Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo should not be used in children under 2 years of age.

Prolonged use over large areas, especially in children and those patients with significant renal or hepatic impairment could resultin salicylism. Excessive application of the product other than is needed to cover the affected area will not result in more therapeutic benefit. Concomitant use of other drugs which may contribute to elevated serum salicylate levels should be avoided where the potential for toxicity is present. In children under 12 years of age and those patients with renal or hepatic impairment, the area to be treated should be limited and the patient monitored closely for signs of salicylate toxicity: nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of hearing, tinnitus, lethargy, hyperpnea, diarrhea, and psychic disturbances. In the event of salicylic acid toxicity, the use of the Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo should be discontinued. Fluids should be administered to promote urinary excretion. Treatment with sodium bicarbonate (oral or intravenous) should be instituted as appropriate. Patients should be cautioned against the use of oral aspirin and other salicylate containing medications, such as sports and injury creams, to avoid additional excessive exposure to salicylic acid. Where needed, aspirin should be replaced by an alternative non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory agent that is not salicylate based.

Due to potential risk of developing Reye's syndrome, salicylate products should not be used in children and teenagers with varicella or influenza, unless directed by a physician.

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and other mucous membranes.

Excessive erythema and scaling conceivably could result from use on open skin lesions.

See WARNINGS.

Wet hair and apply Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo to the scalp. Work into a lather then rinse. Repeat the treatment as needed until the condition clears. Once clearing is apparent, the occasional use of Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo will usually maintain the remission.

Salicylic Acid 6% (w/w) Shampoo is available in 177mL plastic bottles (NDC 42546-279-06).

Manufactured for:
PruGen Pharmaceuticals
18899 N Thompson Peak Pkwy
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Rev 4.0

NDC 42546-279-06

SALICYLIC ACID
6% (w/w)
SHAMPOO

Rx Only

FOR DERMATOLOGICAL USE ONLY

NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC, ORAL OR
INTRAVAGINAL USE

177 ml

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PHARMACEUTICALS