Salicylic Acid/Sulfur Topical Dosage
Applies to the following strengths: 2%-2%; 3%-10%; 1.5%-2%; 3%-5%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Acne
Skin Cleansing Lotion:
Use on wet skin one to three times a day. Rub lather into skin for one minute then rinse.
Soap:
Use on the affected skin two or three times a day.
Usual Adult Dose for Dandruff
Shake well. Massage onto wet scalp. Leave lather on scalp for five minutes. Rinse. Repeat application. Rinse thoroughly. Initially, use daily, every other day, or as physician directs. Itching and scaling are often controlled after 2 or 3 treatments; 1 or 2 treatments a week will usually maintain control, although daily use may be continued.
Renal Dose Adjustments
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Liver Dose Adjustments
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Dialysis
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