Salicylic Acid + Urea

Written By Dr. Surabhi Srivastava

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 19 May 2023 | 03:42 PM (UTC)

Salicylic Acid + Urea Uses

Salicylic Acid+Urea is used in the treatment of Psoriasis.

How Salicylic Acid + Urea works

Salicylic Acid + Urea is a combination of salicylic acid and urea. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic medication. It reduces oil production in the skin, sloughs away dead skin cells, replenishes the skin, and keeps the pores open. Urea provides hydration to smoothen skin's texture and helps reduce the buildup of dead skin cells.

Common side effects of Salicylic Acid + Urea

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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Expert advice for Salicylic Acid + Urea

Before you apply Salicylic Acid + Urea, wash the area with any medicated facewash and water and gently dry it with a towel.
Apply Salicylic Acid + Urea to all of the area where your acne is present and not just to each acne.
Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and genitals. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Salicylic Acid + Urea may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Use protective measures, like sunscreen or wear protective clothing.
Inform your doctor if you notice unusual dryness, redness, and peeling of the skin.
Do not apply to open wounds or irritated skin.
Do not use urea in large amounts or for a longer duration than recommended.
Continue with the treatment as long as prescribed by your doctor. The most common reason for treatment failure is giving up too soon, thinking that the treatment is not working. However, if your skin has not improved even after completing the prescribed time, consult your doctor.