Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm contains ‘Salicylic acid’ used to treat acne (pimples) by exfoliating the skin and keeping pores clear. It is an organic compound with an irritant, keratolytic (removes warts and calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes) and anti-inflammatory activity. Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores (whiteheads) or open pores (blackheads). Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm increases the upper layer of skin cells' turnover rate, which eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin. Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm is also used to treat skin conditions that involve scaling or overgrowths of skin cells, such as psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some body areas), ichthyoses (inborn conditions that cause skin dryness and scaling) and prevention of dandruff in the scalp area.

FAQs

How does Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm work?

Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm contains 'salicylic acid' which is a keratolytic agent. It is used for the treatment of hyperkeratotic and scaling skin conditions like psoriasis. It treats pimples (acne) by penetrating the skin. It additionally reduces oil production in the skin, replenishes acne-prone skin and keeps your pores open.

Can I go out in the daylight after using Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm?

Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of sunlight. Hence it is advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm. It is recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.

Can I leave Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm overnight on my skin?

You can leave salicylic acid overnight on the skin if you are using cream/gel/lotion formulations. However, if any irritation occurs, please stop usage and consult your doctor.

Can Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm be used in new born infants?

Using Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm in the newborn babies may cause severe side effects like dizziness, deafness and hearing disturbance if applied to the larger body areas, unless recommended by a children specialist.

What other skin conditions does Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm treat?

Besides treating psoriasis and acne, Salid-12 Ointment 30 gm also treat skin conditions of warts, ringworm, dandruff and ichthyosis (dry, scaly thick skin).