Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Acetylsalicylic Acid
Chemical Class
Benzoic Acid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
D01AE12, S01BC08
Status
Essential Medicine
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Uses
Salicylic acid topical (for the skin) is used in the treatment of acne, eczema , dandruff , seborrhea or psoriasis , corns, calluses, war...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Benzoic Acid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents and Keratolytic Agent pharmacological group
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Benzoic Acid. It belongs to Cyclo-oxygenase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents and Keratolytic Agent pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Salicylic Acid is 138.10. Its pKa is 3.0, 13.4.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Topical
0.5 to 16 % — 12 hourly
As Required
2
Child · Topical
0.5 to 6 % — 12 hourly
As Required
Safety Alerts
You should not use salicylic acid topical if you are allergic to it
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if salicylic acid topical is safe to use if you have: blood circulation problems
skin tenderness or redness
or liver or kidney disease
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Important Warnings
Salicylic acid topical can cause a serious allergic reaction or severe skin irritation
Stop using this medicine and get emergency medical help if you have: hives, itching, wheezing or difficult breathing, feeling light-headed, or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
Side Effects
Salicylic acid topical can cause a serious allergic reaction or severe skin irritation. Stop using salicylic acid topical and get emergency medical help if you have: wheezing or trouble breathinghivesitchingfeeling light-headedor swelling of your facelipstongueor throat. Also stop using salicylic acid topical and call your doctor at once if you have: severe burningstingingpeelingdrynessor irritation after using this medicine. Common side effects of salicylic acid topical may include: minor skin irritationrashitchingstinging
Drug Interactions
Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use
but many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products .
Storage
Soln, Lotion, Gel, Powder Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight.
Price Intelligence
Rs 192.33
DRAP approved maximum price · per pack of 500 · approved 23 Jul, 2026
No retail price observed for this pack. Retailers may not exceed the approved maximum.
Prices across sources
DRAPper pack of 500Rs 192.33
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Acetylsalicylic Acid, and what they are not.
Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
Gifah
75mg
Rs 44.22 ceiling
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Tesla
75mg
Rs 61.5 ceiling
No DRAP alertsAsianContinental (Pvt.) Ltd.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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