salicylic acid topical (Compound W, Compound W for Kids, Dr. Scholl's Advanced Pain Relief Corn Removers, Dr. Scholl's Callus Removers, Dr. Scholl's Clear Away, Dr. Scholl's Clear Away OneStep, Dr. Scholl's Clear Away Plantar, Dr. Scholl's Corn Removers, Dr. Scholl's Moisturizing Corn Remover Kit, Dr. Scholl's OneStep Corn Removers, DuoPlant, Durasal, Keralyt, Mediplast, Trans-Ver-Sal AdultPatch, Trans-Ver-Sal PediaPatch, Trans-Ver-Sal PlantarPatch, Sal-Acid, Virasal, Psoriasin Medicated Wash)
Classes: Keratolytic Agents
Dosing and uses of Compound W, Compound W for Kids (salicylic acid topical)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
topical liquid
- 6%
- 12.6%
- 15%
- 17%
- 26%
- 27.5%
- 40%
topical wash
- 3% (Psoriasin Medicated Wash)
Plantar Warts/Calluses/Corn
Hydrate skin prior to application by soaking in warm water for 5 min, then dry skin thoroughly
Liquid: Protect surrounding unaffected skin with petrolatum, then apply liquid to hyperkeratotic area
Patches/plasters/strips: Apply as directed per individual product
Product content varies, check individual labeling
Seborrheic Dermatitis/Psoriasis
Keratolytic for treating skin/scalp seborrhea or psoriasis
Psoriasin Medicated Wash: Apply at least twice weekly; rinse off after several minutes and then repeat
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
topical liquid
- 6%
- 12.6%
- 15%
- 17%
- 26%
- 27.5%
- 40%
Plantar Warts/Calluses/Corn
Hydrate skin prior to application by soaking in warm water for 5 min, then dry skin thoroughly
Liquid: Protect surrounding unaffected skin with petrolatum, then apply liquid to hyperkeratotic area
Patches/plasters/strips: Apply as directed per individual product
Product content varies, check individual labeling
Compound W, Compound W for Kids (salicylic acid topical) adverse (side) effects
Frequency not defined
Stinging/burning of skin
Desquamation
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Prolonged use or application to large areas (risk for salicylism)
Cautions
Topical use only
Avoid contact with eyes
Caution in infants, diabetics, or those with impaired circulation
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: unknown
Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs
Pregnancy categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.
C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.
D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.
X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.
NA: Information not available.
Pharmacology of Compound W, Compound W for Kids (salicylic acid topical)
Mechanism of action
Keratolytic agent
