Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid
About Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid
Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid is a topical medication used to treat common skin conditions characterised by hard, overgrown skin, such as warts, corns, verrucas, and calluses. It works by steadily softening the affected skin layers, making it easier for the overgrown tissue to peel away safely. This localised action ensures that the treatment targets only the specific areas of skin buildup.
For best results, this medicine must be applied consistently as directed by your healthcare provider. It is typically applied once daily, and the affected area should be thoroughly cleaned and dried before application. Making simple changes, such as wearing comfortable shoes and protecting the treated skin from unnecessary friction, can help speed up your recovery.
While using Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid, you may experience mild, temporary skin irritation, redness, or peeling around the application site. These are common reactions as the skin layers begin to shed. However, if you experience severe skin irritation, spreading redness, or signs of a skin infection, stop using the product and consult your doctor immediately.
Do not use this medicine if you have certain health conditions that affect healing. People with diabetes, poor blood circulation, or nerve damage in their hands or feet should avoid using this product, as minor skin damage can lead to severe, slow-healing wounds. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist to ensure this treatment is safe for your specific health needs.
Avoid applying other medicated skin products on the treated area unless your doctor advises you to do so, as this can increase the risk of severe skin irritation. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or considering this treatment for a young child, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first to make sure it is safe to use.
Uses of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid
Medicinal Benefits
Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid helps treat thickened skin and certain skin growths by softening hardened skin and promoting its gradual removal. By acting directly at the affected area, it helps relieve discomfort and supports healthier skin.
- Helps Relieve Corns and Calluses: By softening thick, hardened skin, Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid helps reduce pressure, friction, and pain caused by corns and calluses, making walking and wearing shoes more comfortable.
- Supports Gradual Removal of Warts and Verrucas: Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid helps break down affected skin tissue, allowing warts and verrucas to peel away gradually while promoting the growth of healthier skin.
- Promotes Comfortable, Non-Invasive Treatment: Applied directly to the affected area, Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid provides a convenient, at-home treatment option that helps restore the skin's normal appearance without the need for invasive procedures in many cases.
Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor’s guidance regarding the dosage and timing for optimal results.
- Apply a thin coating of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid to the top of warts, verrucas, calluses, and corns only. Then, let it dry for a few minutes to form a small white patch that is water-resistant and sticks to the treated area. The next evening, before applying Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid, carefully peel off the white patch and repeat the same process.
- Avoid contact of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid with normal skin, nose, mouth, eyes, breasts, armpits, or genital area. In case Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.
- Wash your hands before and after applying Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid.
- You are advised to soak the affected area in warm water for 2-3 minutes and let it dry thoroughly.
Storage
Side Effects of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid
Common Side Effects (Usually mild):
- Mild skin peeling or flaking around the treated area
- Temporary redness or warmth where the medicine was applied
- Slight stinging or irritation
Serious Side Effects (Call a doctor right away):
- Severe burning, swelling, or blistering of the skin
- Signs of a skin infection, such as pus, throbbing pain, or spreading redness
- Allergic reactions, including hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, or difficulty breathing
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- Do not apply Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid to irritated, infected, or reddened skin, birthmarks, moles, warts with hair growing from them, or warts on your face or genitals.
- Protect the healthy skin surrounding the wart or corn by applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly around the treatment area before applying the medicine.
- Do not use this product near open flames or while smoking, as the liquid and its vapors are highly flammable.
- Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, nose, mouth, or other sensitive mucous membranes. If accidental contact occurs, flush the area thoroughly with cool water for 15 minutes.
- Check the solution before use to ensure it has not dried out or become excessively thick.
Drug Interactions
- Using other topical skin treatments, especially other peeling agents, acne medications, or drying products on the exact same area, can significantly increase your risk of severe skin irritation or chemical burns.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant before using Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid. Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid is given to pregnant women if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionThe excretion of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid in human milk is unknown. Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding before using Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid.
Driving
safe if prescribedLactic Acid+salicylic Acid usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
safe if prescribedIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
safe if prescribedIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
cautionLactic Acid+salicylic Acid should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Keep the treated area clean and dry to prevent spreading wart viruses to other parts of your body or to other people.
- Avoid sharing shoes, socks, towels, or nail files, as this can transmit skin infections and warts.
- Wear comfortable, properly fitting footwear with soft socks to minimise the friction and pressure that cause corns and calluses to form.
- Do not pick, scratch, or attempt to cut off warts, corns, or calluses yourself, as this can cause bleeding, permanent scarring, or serious infection.
Special Advise
You are advised to consult a dermatologist if the skin condition persists or worsens after using Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid for 12 weeks.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Warts: These are small excessive growths of skin caused by a virus. Warts occur on the back of hands or fingers whereas verrucas occur only on the sole. Common warts have a rough cauliflower-like appearance on the surface. Verrucas looks like a small white ring of skin with a black dot in the center and is painful. If left untreated, warts and verrucas grow and spread as the virus is highly infectious and can be contagious (spread from person to person).
Corns and calluses: These are thick, hard pads of skin caused by friction and pressure that usually occur on the feet due to poor-fitting shoes. They can also occur on hands.
FAQs
Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid is used to treat skin conditions like warts and remove calluses and corns.
Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid contains Lactic acid and Salicylic acid that works by breaking down a skin protein known as keratin and removes dead skin cells, thereby softening the skin. Thereby, helps in the removal of warts, corns and calluses.
Verrucas and warts are caused by a virus and can be contagious (spread from person to person through close skin contact or contaminated surfaces), especially if the skin is damaged or wet. Therefore, avoid sharing towels, pumice stones or other things with others to prevent the spread of infection.
Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid is highly flammable (catches fire and burns easily). Therefore, avoid smoking or going near naked flames after applying Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid.
Yes, Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid may cause permanent damage to the clothes, fabrics, metal, jewellery or polished surfaces if it comes in contact with them. Therefore, apply Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid carefully and avoid contact of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid with clothes, metals or polished surfaces.
Wash your hands before and after applying Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid. You are advised to soak the affected area in warm water for 2-3 minutes and let it dry thoroughly. Apply a thin coating of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid to the top of warts, verrucas, calluses and corns only. Then, let it dry for a few minutes to form a small white patch that is water-resistant and sticks to the treated area. The next evening, before applying the Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid, carefully peel off the white patch and repeat the same process. Avoid contact of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid with normal skin, nose, mouth, eyes, breasts, armpits or genital area. If it accidentally comes into contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.
The common side effects of Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid are burning sensation, itching, scaling, skin dryness, mild tingling sensation, or tenderness at the application site. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
If you inhale the excess vapour, it may make you feel light-headed. In such a case, get plenty of fresh air and consult your doctor immediately if it worsens or persists for a long time.
Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid is not recommended for use in children under 2 years of age. Children under 12 years should only use the medicine with help from an adult. However, consult your doctor before using the Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid.
It typically takes several weeks of daily use to see significant improvement, and complete removal can take up to 12 weeks. If you do not see any improvement after a few weeks, talk to your doctor.
No, you should never apply Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid to your face, neck, or other highly sensitive skin areas, as it can cause severe irritation, burning, and scarring. Talk to your doctor.
No, people with diabetes should avoid using Lactic Acid+salicylic Acid on their feet because of the high risk of developing severe, slow-healing wounds and ulcers. Talk to your doctor.
Yes, you can cover the area with an adhesive plaster or bandage once the liquid has dried completely, but only if your doctor advises you to do so. Talk to your doctor.
Wipe it off immediately and wash the surrounding skin with soap and water to prevent irritation and peeling of healthy tissue. Talk to your doctor.
You should consult your healthcare provider before using this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding to ensure it is safe for your situation. Talk to your doctor.
This topical solution is typically applied once daily, but you must follow the specific instructions on the packaging or those given by your prescriber. Talk to your doctor.
Yes, you can gently rub away the softened dead skin before applying the medicine, but you must never file so deeply that you cause bleeding or pain. Talk to your doctor.
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