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Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

BENZOIC ACID-6%W/W + SALICYLIC ACID-3%W/W

Uses:

Eczema, psoriasis, and, localised fungal infections of the skin.

Medicinal Benefits:

Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm is a combination medicine of Salicylic acid and Benzoic acid. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic medicine (softens, separates, and causes desquamation (peeling) of the cornified epithelium or horny layer of skin) that breaks down the clumps of keratin, removes dead skin cells, softens the skin. Salicylic acid is also an anti-inflammatory agent and topical antibacterial agent. Benzoic acid is a fungistatic/antiseptic agent inhibits the growth of fungi.

FAQs

Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm consists of Salicylic acid and Benzoic acid that can effectively treat skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic agent and causes shedding of the outer layer of skin. Benzoic acid is a fungistatic/antiseptic agent and inhibits the growth of fungi.

Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not put bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm unless the doctor advised doing so. Do not apply Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm on mucous membranes, lesions, or large areas of skin. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with cold water.

It is not advised to stop using Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm even after your symptoms are relieved. You should complete the full course of treatment. You might see improvement in your symptoms, but the disease might not be cured completely.

You are required to maintain at least a three-hour gap after application of Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm if you are using more than one topical medicine.

It is advised to avoid using any cosmetic products while being treated with Nu-Whitfield Ointment 30 gm to prevent any interaction or skin irritation.