Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Psoriasis
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SALEX SHAMPOO |
| Manufacturer |
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Coria Laboratories, Ltd. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Keratolytic. |
| Generic Name |
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Salicylic acid 6%. |
| Indications |
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Scalp psoriasis. |
| Children |
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<2yrs: not recommended. 2–11yrs: see literature. |
| Adults |
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Apply to wet hair, lather and rinse. May repeat treatment as needed. |
| Contraindications |
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Children <2yrs old. |
| Precautions |
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Avoid eyes, mucous membranes. Active varicella or influenza virus: not recommended. Children, renally or hepatically impaired: monitor for salicylism (esp. with prolonged use over large areas). Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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See literature. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Skin irritation, excessive erythema, scaling. |
| How Supplied |
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Shampoo—177mL |
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