Galenus Salizoic Ointment is an anti-bacterial medicine used to treat acne. Acne appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest, or back. This medicine works by attacking the germs that cause them.

Galenus Salizoic Ointment is used to treat skin blisters causing itching, redness and swelling on the skin.

Uses of Galenus Ointment

Acne

Benefits of Galenus Ointment

In Acne

Galenus Salizoic Ointment works by stopping the growth of bacteria causing acne on your skin. It reduces oil production in the skin, replenishes acne-prone skin, and keeps your pores open. It may take several weeks before your symptoms improve so you need to keep using this medicine even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start using it, the less likely you are to get scars.

Side effects of Galenus Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Galenus

Itching
Stinging sensation
Skin peeling
Erythema (skin redness)

How to use Galenus Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How Galenus Ointment works

Galenus Salizoic Ointment is a keratolytic medication to be applied on the skin. It treats pimples (acne) by penetrating the skin and killing acne-causing bacteria. It additionally reduces oil production in the skin, replenishes acne-prone skin, and it also keeps your pores open.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Galenus Salizoic Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Galenus Salizoic Ointment should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Galenus Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Galenus Salizoic Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Galenus Salizoic Ointment helps in the treatment and prevention of acne.
Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and genitals. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
It makes your skin sensitive towards 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Salicylic Acid

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Keratoplastic and keratolytic agents

Patient concerns

Please suggest better treatment for acne and piles

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

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hello ma, im suffering from severe acne im under medication from last two months, im taking resoten capsules and aapplying tretinoin cream at night, but still my acne are comming vigorously what will i do please tell

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Few acne can come

User feedback

Patients taking Galenus Salizoic Ointment

Twice A Day

57%

Once A Day

43%

FAQs

How should Galenus Salizoic Ointment be applied?

You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Galenus Salizoic Ointment cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. After applying, wash your hands thoroughly with water.

Should Galenus Salizoic Ointment be left overnight?

At the beginning of the treatment, Galenus Salizoic Ointment is usually used once daily in the evening. The area is not washed off after application of Galenus Salizoic Ointment, so it can be left overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.

What should prompt me to discontinue Galenus Salizoic Ointment?

You should discontinue Galenus Salizoic Ointment and consult your doctor if you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation.

What precautions should be followed while applying Galenus Salizoic Ointment?

Use Galenus Salizoic Ointment only on your skin. Keep it away from areas like your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Galenus Salizoic Ointment on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Galenus Salizoic Ointment on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. Galenus Salizoic Ointment can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Galenus Salizoic Ointment. Avoid contact with hair as Galenus Salizoic Ointment has bleaching properties. It can even bleach dyed or colored fabric, furniture or carpeting.

How often should I apply Galenus Salizoic Ointment?

The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening).

How long does Galenus Salizoic Ointment take to show its effects?

You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for longer to see the full benefits. This is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.

How long does Galenus Salizoic Ointment take to work?

Usually, Galenus Salizoic Ointment starts to clear acne within a few days of using it. However, for significant results with acne, it may take around 8 weeks of regular use of Galenus Salizoic Ointment.

What if I don't get better even after using Galenus Salizoic Ointment for a few days?

Inform your doctor if your acne doesn’t clean up after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

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