Benzoic Acid + Salicylic Acid
Generic / Active Ingredient
What is Benzoic Acid + Salicylic Acid used for?
Fungal infections
10 Benzoic Acid + Salicylic Acid brands in Bangladesh
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| Brand | Strength | Form | Manufacturer | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS | 6%+3% | Ointment | ACME Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 667.00 |
| Bensal | 6%+3% | Ointment | Gaco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 25.00 |
| Benzalic | 6%+3% | Ointment | Central Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 14.00 |
| Bexsul | 6%+3% | Ointment | Edruc Limited | ৳ 15.00 |
| Dermin | 6%+3% | Ointment | Jayson Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 20.06 |
| Ensal | 6%+3% | Ointment | Renata Limited | ৳ 265.00 |
| G-Benzosal | 6%+3% | Ointment | Gonoshasthaya Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 12.00 |
| Modern's Whitfield | 6%+3% | Ointment | Modern Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 8.00,25 |
| Saliben | 6%+3% | Ointment | Amico Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 25.00 |
| Whitfield | 6%+3% | Ointment | Asiatic Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 13.00 |
Indication DetailsView
Benzoic Acid & Salicylic Acid is indicated for fungal infections, athlete's foot, barber's itch.
Therapeutic ClassView
Other Antifungal preparations
PharmacologyView
Benzoic acid: Elicits weak antifungal and antibacterial properties; also helps acidify urine.
Salicylic acid: It has a potent keratolytic action and a slight antiseptic action when applied topically. It softens and destroys the stratum corneum by increasing endogenous hydration which causes the horny layer of the skin to swell, soften, and then desquamate. At high concentrations, salicylic acid has a caustic effect. It also possesses weak antifungal and antibacterial activity.
Salicylic acid: It has a potent keratolytic action and a slight antiseptic action when applied topically. It softens and destroys the stratum corneum by increasing endogenous hydration which causes the horny layer of the skin to swell, soften, and then desquamate. At high concentrations, salicylic acid has a caustic effect. It also possesses weak antifungal and antibacterial activity.
DosageView
Apply locally on the affected area 2-3 times per day.
Side EffectsView
Irritation, sensitivity, excessive drying; systemic effects on prolonged use.
ContraindicationsView
Hypersensitivity.
PrecautionsView
Not for prolonged use in high concentrations and on large areas of the body. Avoid broken skin, mouth, eyes, mucous membranes and anogenital region.
InteractionsView
It is not known if this interacts with other topical medications applied to the treatment area. The use of this drug with other topical drugs has not been studied.
Pregnancy & LactationView
Pregnancy Category-C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks