FDA-filed SPL labeling · retrieved through openFDA

Salicylic Acid Topical

Salicylic acid is a topical skin treatment used to treat acne and help clear clogged pores by loosening and removing dead skin cells.

Brand names MG217 productsStri-Dex productsSalex LotionSalex CreamPropa pH Peel-Off Acne Mask +11 more
Rx/OTC Forms 6 Route Topical
Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS
Reviewed by Last reviewed Jul 10, 2026
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The clinical label records used on this page are FDA-filed Structured Product Labeling (SPL) retrieved through openFDA. We identified 1,303 clinical label sets within the page’s selected clinical scope after exact ingredient or ingredient-combination matching and applicable route/form matching. Forms, routes, brands, labelers, strengths, and NDC product-record counts are built separately from matching FDA National Drug Code Directory records. The linked DailyMed document is a representative official source for verification, not the page’s only clinical source. View the linked label on DailyMed →

At a glance
Linked label effectiveOct 22, 2024
Clinical labels in scope ⓘ1,303
AvailabilityRx/OTC
Earliest approval/marketing year ⓘ1967
FDA-listed product records ⓘ2,767
Boxed warningNone found in compared labels
How we combine label and product data →
✓No current FDA shortage listed · checked Sep 22, 2026
Other forms & routes:
↩ All forms of Salicylic Acid
⭐ Salicylic Acid Topical at a glance The quick version — the full detail is in the Patient Information Guide below.
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HelloPharmacist Editorial Team Bottom Line
Salicylic acid topical is an effective ingredient for treating acne that works by helping dead skin cells shed and unclogging pores. Use only as directed on the specific product — applying more than needed won't help and can cause irritation or, in high-risk groups, more serious effects. If you have kidney or liver problems, are using salicylate-containing medicines, or are treating a child, talk to your pharmacist or doctor before using.
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📖 Salicylic Acid Topical: Patient Information Guide

A plain-language walkthrough of Salicylic Acid Topical — what it treats, how it works, how it’s taken, side effects, warnings and interactions. Tap any section to expand it.

🎯What it's used for▾

Salicylic acid topical products are used to treat acne and help clear clogged pores. The specific products supported in the label form a multi-step routine:

  • A foaming cleanser used morning and evening to cleanse the face
  • An acne treatment serum applied in the morning after cleansing to treat problem areas
  • A pore-refining toner for regular and oil-prone skin, used at least 3 times a week in the evening
  • A rehydrating emulsion applied at night after cleansing
⚙️How it works▾

Salicylic acid works by dissolving the substance that holds dead skin cells together on the outer layer of skin. This causes those cells to shed more easily — a process called desquamation — which helps unclog pores and prevent the buildup that leads to acne. The living layers of skin underneath are not damaged by this process.

When applied to the skin, salicylic acid is absorbed into the body to a degree, but studies show that even when large areas are treated, blood levels stay well below the threshold for systemic toxicity in most people.

💊How it's taken▾

Salicylic acid is applied directly to the skin — never taken by mouth. The right timing depends on which product in the routine you are using:

  • Cleanser: use morning and evening; wet face, massage gently, and rinse
  • Acne serum: apply in the morning after cleansing, before makeup
  • Toner: apply in the evening with a cotton pad at least 3 times a week; those with drier skin may use every other day
  • Rehydrating emulsion: apply at nighttime after cleansing

Always follow the directions on your specific product label and your prescriber's guidance. If dryness or peeling becomes a problem, reduce how often you apply the product — using more than needed will not improve results faster.

🤒Side effects — in detail▾

Most side effects from salicylic acid topical products are mild and involve the skin at the site of application:

  • Stinging or burning sensation after applying
  • Itching or irritation
  • Skin dryness
  • Peeling or flaking as the skin sheds excess dead cells
  • Mild tingling (noted with the serum)

If you experience excessive burning, stinging, or peeling, stop using the product and contact your doctor. Using another topical acne medication at the same time increases the chance of irritation — if that happens, use only one at a time.

⚠️Warnings & precautions▾
  • Salicylate toxicity (salicylism): Using salicylic acid on large areas for a long time — especially in children or people with kidney or liver problems — can raise salicylate levels in the blood to harmful amounts. Watch for nausea, vomiting, dizziness, ringing in the ears, rapid breathing, lethargy, diarrhea, or mental disturbances. Stop use and seek medical help if these appear.
  • Children and teenagers: Do not use on children under 2. Use with special care in children under 12 — limit the area treated and monitor closely. Do not use in children or teens with chickenpox or flu due to the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious condition.
  • Avoid occlusion: Do not apply under tight bandages, occlusive dressings, or thick ointments like petrolatum — this increases absorption and raises toxicity risk.
  • Drug combinations: Avoid using oral aspirin or other salicylate-containing products at the same time. This can push salicylate blood levels into a dangerous range.
🔀What it interacts with▾

Salicylic acid can interact with several medications, even when used on the skin — especially if applied over large areas:

  • Aspirin and other salicylates (including some sports creams) — combined use can raise total salicylate to toxic levels
  • Sulfonylureas (oral diabetes medicines) — salicylate may make blood sugar drop lower than expected
  • Methotrexate — salicylate can increase methotrexate levels, potentially causing serious side effects
  • Oral anticoagulants (blood thinners like warfarin) — increased risk of bleeding
  • Corticosteroids (steroids) — steroids lower salicylate levels; stopping them abruptly may cause salicylate levels to spike
  • Heparin — salicylate interferes with clotting, which is a concern in patients on heparin
  • Diuretics (water pills) — dehydration from diuretics can increase salicylate blood levels
  • Other topical acne products — using two at once raises risk of skin irritation and dryness

This is not a complete list of interactions. Always talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

📋Before taking it▾
  • Do not use if you are allergic to salicylic acid or any other ingredient in the product
  • Do not use on children under 2 years of age
  • Use with extra caution in children under 12 — limit the skin area treated and watch for toxicity signs
  • Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease — you may need closer monitoring
  • Tell your doctor if you are dehydrated or taking diuretics, as this can increase salicylate absorption
  • Do not use on children or teenagers who have chickenpox or influenza (flu) unless a physician directs it
  • Avoid combining with oral aspirin or other salicylate-containing products
🚑If you take too much▾

Applying more salicylic acid than needed does not speed up results and can cause toxicity, especially over large areas. Signs of too much salicylate include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, ringing in the ears, lethargy, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and mental disturbances. If toxicity is suspected, stop use immediately, drink fluids to help the body clear the salicylate, and seek medical treatment — which may include sodium bicarbonate to help the kidneys excrete the salicylate faster.

📡Pharmacodynamics — effects in the body▾

Salicylic acid causes the outermost layer of skin (the horny layer) to shed more readily without damaging the living skin cells underneath. It does this by dissolving the intercellular cement — the substance that holds skin cells together on the surface. This controlled peeling helps clear clogged pores and reduce acne-related buildup.

🔬Pharmacokinetics — how your body processes it▾

Salicylic acid is absorbed through the skin, and the amount absorbed depends on the area covered and whether the skin is occluded (covered). Studies show that even when more than 60% of applied salicylic acid is absorbed through a large treatment area, peak blood levels remain well below those associated with systemic toxicity. The drug is distributed in the fluid surrounding cells and is heavily bound to the blood protein albumin. It is broken down mainly into salicyluric acid and salicylate glucuronides, and about 95% of a single dose is cleared through the urine within 24 hours.

📦How to store it▾

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (between 59°F and 86°F). Protect from freezing.

📄 Written from Salicylic Acid Topical’s FDA-approved label information, summarized in plain language with AI, and reviewed by our pharmacy team before publication. Every point is grounded in that labeling — nothing is invented. How we use AI →

🩺 Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Quick, plain-English answers to the questions patients ask most about Salicylic Acid Topical — the kind of thing our pharmacy team would talk through with you at the counter.

What is this salicylic acid product actually supposed to do for my skin? ▾
It's designed to treat acne. Salicylic acid helps by loosening and removing dead skin cells that clog pores — the buildup that leads to breakouts. The multi-step system on this label includes a cleanser, a serum, a toner, and a rehydrating emulsion, each playing a role in keeping skin clearer.
My skin feels like it's burning and peeling. Is that normal? ▾
Some mild tingling, stinging, and peeling is actually expected — that's the salicylic acid doing its job by clearing away dead skin cells. But if the burning or peeling feels excessive or uncomfortable, pull back and apply it less often (like every other day instead of daily). If it's really bad, stop using it and check in with your doctor.
Can I use this along with my other acne products? ▾
You'll want to be careful here. Using two topical acne products at the same time raises the chance of extra dryness and irritation. If your skin starts reacting badly, dial back to just one product at a time. Also, avoid using oral aspirin or other salicylate-containing creams alongside this — combining them can push salicylate levels in your body higher than is safe.
Is it safe to use on my child? ▾
It should not be used on children under 2 years old. For children under 12, use only on a small area and keep a close eye out for warning signs like nausea, dizziness, or ringing in the ears. Also, never use salicylic acid products on a child or teenager who has chickenpox or the flu — there's a risk of a rare but serious condition called Reye's syndrome.
I have kidney problems. Can I still use this? ▾
You can, but with caution. If you have kidney or liver impairment, your body may not clear salicylate as efficiently, which can cause it to build up. Your doctor may recommend treating only a small area at a time and keeping a closer watch for any signs of toxicity. It's worth having that conversation before you start.
What are the warning signs that I've used too much, and what do I do? ▾
Signs that salicylate levels may be getting too high include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, ringing in the ears, feeling unusually tired, rapid breathing, or diarrhea. If you notice any of these, stop using the product right away and contact a doctor. Drinking plenty of fluids helps your body clear the salicylate faster.
Is Salicylic Acid Topical available over the counter? ▾
Both — Salicylic Acid Topical is sold both over the counter and by prescription, according to its FDA labeling. Lower strengths or certain forms are often available without a prescription, while higher strengths or specialized forms still require one. Ask your pharmacist which version is right for you.
When was Salicylic Acid Topical first available? ▾
Salicylic Acid Topical has been available in the United States since at least 1967, based on FDA approval history (Drugs@FDA) and product marketing records.
Who makes Salicylic Acid Topical? ▾
Salicylic Acid Topical is supplied by 631 manufacturers listed in the FDA NDC Directory, including Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., Kenvue Brands LLC, Jiangxi Yudexi Pharmaceutical Co., LTD.

💬 Answers drafted from Salicylic Acid Topical’s FDA-approved label information, summarized in plain language with AI, and reviewed by our pharmacy team before publication. Grounded in that labeling — nothing is made up. How we use AI →

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💊 How Salicylic Acid Topical comes

Salicylic Acid Topical is available in 6 forms. Different forms and brands can have different approved uses, doses, schedules, and directions. Follow the instructions for your exact product, and do not switch forms without guidance from your prescriber or pharmacist.

Topical cream, ointment or gel

On the skin
Brands Blemfree
How this form is used
What it may be used for
  • Blemfree is used to treat acne and help clear and refine pores
Important instructions
  • Blemfree: apply to the affected area of the face as directed; avoid the eye area
  • Blemfree: if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application frequency
  • Blemfree: do not apply under occlusive dressings or thick ointments
Available strengths 29 strengths
2 mg/100 mL 4 mg/177 mg 5 mg/g 5 mg/mL 5.5 mg/g 10 mg/mL
Show 23 more strengths Show fewer strengths
15 mg/mL 19.4 mg/g 19.8 mg/g 20 mg 20 mg/g 20 mg/mL 20.6 mg/mL 21 mg/mL 25 mg/mL 0.03 g/mL 30 mg/g 30 mg/mL 170 mg/g 0.4 g 0.4 g/g 0.5 g/100 mL 1 g/100 mL 2 g/100 g 2 g/100 mL 3 g/100 g 3 g/100 mL 3 g/150 g 17 g/100 g
999 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

Topical solution

On the skin
How this form is used
What it may be used for
  • Topical solution forms of salicylic acid may be used as a toner or serum to treat acne and help remove surface impurities
Important instructions
  • When used as a toner, apply to a dry face with a cotton pad in the evening; avoid the eye area
  • When used as a serum, apply in the morning after cleansing and before makeup
  • Those with drier skin may use the toner every other day to prevent excess dryness
  • Mild tingling may occur; if dryness or peeling is bothersome, reduce how often you apply
Available strengths 20 strengths
0.04 mg/30 mL 0.5 mg/100 mg 1 mg/mL 2 mg/2 mL 5 mg/mL 10 mg/mL
Show 14 more strengths Show fewer strengths
15 mg/mL 18 mg/mL 20 mg/g 20 mg/mL 0.17 g/mL 170 mg/mL 0.5 g/100 mL 1 g/100 mL 1.5 g/100 mL 2 g/100 g 2 g/100 mL 3 g/100 mL 17 g/100 g 17 g/100 mL
579 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

Topical powder

On the skin
Available strengths 2 strengths
5 mg/g 30 mg/6 g
84 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

Topical spray

On the skin
Available strengths 1 strength
20 mg/mL
9 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

Topical suspension

On the skin
Available strengths 1 strength
20 mg/mL
4 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

📊 Salicylic Acid Topical across the U.S. market

How Salicylic Acid Topical appears in the FDA’s National Drug Code Directory — including its dosage forms, strengths, brand names, manufacturers, and FDA-listed product records. These are directory records, not sales or prescription volume.

6
Dose forms ⓘ
631
Manufacturers
40
Brand names
2,767
FDA-listed product records ⓘ
1967
First marketed ⓘ

FDA-listed product records by dose form (tablet variants merged) — FDA National Drug Code Directory. Record counts are not sales or prescription volume.

Also listed with the FDA, not a patient dose form: Kit (5) — bulk drug substance sold to compounders/manufacturers and multi-item kits. These aren’t counted in the dose-form total above.

Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc.14%
Kenvue Brands LLC7%
Jiangxi Yudexi Pharmaceutical Co., LTD7%
L'Oreal USA Products Inc7%
The Mentholatum Company5%
Orveon Global US LLC4%
Other makers56%

Share of FDA-listed product records by manufacturer — FDA National Drug Code Directory. Record counts are not sales or prescription volume.

📈 How widely Salicylic Acid Topical is used

A general measure of how commonly Salicylic Acid Topical is prescribed, based on Medicaid — one of the largest public drug programs. The figure below is prescriptions filled in Q1–Q4 2025, summed across every form and brand of the drug.

Think of this as a proxy for how widely Salicylic Acid Topical is used, drawn from freely available public data. Medicaid is just one program — these numbers don’t include Medicare, other government coverage, or commercial and cash-pay prescriptions, so real-world use is higher than what’s shown here.

10,185
Medicaid prescriptions filled (Q1–Q4 2025)
$1M gross Medicaid reimbursement (before mandatory rebates — net cost is lower)

How commonly is Salicylic Acid Topical prescribed? Of the 1,596 medications we measure, Salicylic Acid Topical ranks #932 by Medicaid prescriptions — more than 42% of them.

Where Salicylic Acid Topical ranks among the drugs we measure · Q1–Q4 2025 · neighbors ±5
Total prescriptions — #932 of 1,596
#927 Felodipine 10,352 Rx #928 Sevoflurane 10,339 Rx #929 Menthol / Methyl Salic... 10,307 Rx #930 Ascorbic Acid / Polyet... 10,304 Rx #931 Sotatercept-Csrk 10,198 Rx #932 Salicylic Acid Topical 10,185 Rx #933 Anifrolumab-fnia Injec... 10,185 Rx #934 Bepotastine Ophthalmic 10,088 Rx #935 Belatacept Injection 10,001 Rx #936 Naloxone Injection 9,967 Rx #937 Pentosan Polysulfate 9,962 Rx

Utilization by Salicylic Acid Topical product

Pick a product to see its own Medicaid numbers. Each chip is one clinical product — a specific strength & dosage form as defined by RxNorm — with brand-name and generic versions combined.

The 170 mg/mL topical solution is the most-dispensed Salicylic Acid Topical product — about 44% of these Medicaid prescriptions.

salicylic acid 170 MG/ML Topical Solution Most dispensed

4,434 Medicaid prescriptions (Q1–Q4 2025) 44% of Salicylic Acid Topical prescriptions shown $39,509 gross reimbursement (before rebates) ≈ $8.91 per prescription (gross)

Summed across the 3 of 115 listed NDC products with Medicaid activity — every brand and generic of this exact strength & form. RxNorm 312881

salicylic acid 275 MG/ML Topical Solution

4,373 Medicaid prescriptions (Q1–Q4 2025) 43% of Salicylic Acid Topical prescriptions shown $524,419 gross reimbursement (before rebates) ≈ $120 per prescription (gross)

Summed across the 1 of 3 listed NDC products with Medicaid activity — every brand and generic of this exact strength & form. RxNorm 1095689

salicylic acid 0.06 MG/MG Topical Gel

980 Medicaid prescriptions (Q1–Q4 2025) 10% of Salicylic Acid Topical prescriptions shown $237,072 gross reimbursement (before rebates) ≈ $242 per prescription (gross)

Summed across the 2 of 9 listed NDC products with Medicaid activity — every brand and generic of this exact strength & form. RxNorm 312893

salicylic acid 30 MG/ML Medicated Shampoo

258 Medicaid prescriptions (Q1–Q4 2025) 3% of Salicylic Acid Topical prescriptions shown $2,440 gross reimbursement (before rebates) ≈ $9.46 per prescription (gross)

Summed across the 1 of 66 listed NDC products with Medicaid activity — every brand and generic of this exact strength & form. RxNorm 205023

salicylic acid 100 MG/ML Topical Solution

121 Medicaid prescriptions (Q1–Q3 2025) 1% of Salicylic Acid Topical prescriptions shown $190,202 gross reimbursement (before rebates) ≈ $1,572 per prescription (gross)

Summed across the 1 of 7 listed NDC products with Medicaid activity — every brand and generic of this exact strength & form. RxNorm 238465

salicylic acid 60 MG/ML Topical Cream

19 Medicaid prescriptions (Q1–Q3 2025) <1% of Salicylic Acid Topical prescriptions shown $25,628 gross reimbursement (before rebates) ≈ $1,349 per prescription (gross)

Summed across the 1 of 10 listed NDC products with Medicaid activity — every brand and generic of this exact strength & form. RxNorm 477031

Shares are of the Medicaid prescriptions shown here. Product grouping follows RxNorm (the National Library of Medicine’s drug terminology), so “one product” means one strength & dosage form regardless of manufacturer. Dollar figures are gross Medicaid reimbursement before mandatory rebates — rebates (often large, especially for brand-name drugs) are confidential, so actual net cost to Medicaid is lower than shown.

Source: Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data (CMS), aggregated by generic ingredient — summed across every NDC (all brands, strengths, salt forms and dosage forms) of Salicylic Acid Topical, and across all states and both fee-for-service and managed-care claims. A general popularity signal; it excludes Medicare, commercial insurance and cash prescriptions, so it is not total U.S. use. Based on the 9 of 210 listed Salicylic Acid Topical NDCs with Medicaid activity.

🔍 Compare Salicylic Acid Topical products

A representative set of FDA-listed product records for Salicylic Acid Topical — across manufacturers, strengths, and dosage forms, grouped by form with each product’s manufacturer and how the FDA approved it. The same medicine may be made and packaged by different companies, so a single drug can have many directory entries. (It’s also why a refill can look different — a new shape, color, or box — even though it contains the same medication.)

Showing 200 of 2,767 products — FDA National Drug Code Directory. See every product, package size and price: browse all 2,767 Salicylic Acid Topical NDCs →

RxNorm Concept Web — From Ingredient to Every Form and Strength

This page starts with one ingredient concept (IN). The branches below show its dose-form concepts (SCDF), then the available clinical drug and strength concepts (SCD). Combination products remain separate concepts with their own pages.

Ingredient (IN) Salicylic Acid Topical RxCUI 9525 19 dose forms · 136 strengths
  1. Dose form (SCDF) Delayed Release Oral Tablet RxCUI 375289 No current FDA listing
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) sodium salicylate 325 MG RxCUI 318213 sodium salicylate 650 MG RxCUI 318212
  2. Dose form (SCDF) Medicated Bar Soap RxCUI 370493 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 0.01 MG/MG RxCUI 205162 0.018 MG/MG RxCUI 2728200 0.02 MG/MG RxCUI 312882 0.03 MG/MG RxCUI 2533925
  3. Dose form (SCDF) Medicated Liquid Soap RxCUI 562599 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 0.1 MG/ML RxCUI 2117381 5 MG/ML RxCUI 865105 10 MG/ML RxCUI 1038982 15 MG/ML RxCUI 1234456 20 MG/ML RxCUI 562600 30 MG/ML RxCUI 1046277
  4. Dose form (SCDF) Medicated Pad RxCUI 797884 No current FDA listing
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 5 MG/ML RxCUI 797885 10 MG/ML RxCUI 883808 15 MG/ML RxCUI 1441112 19 MG/ML RxCUI 1547642 20 MG/ML RxCUI 797892
  6. Dose form (SCDF) Medicated Shampoo RxCUI 377513 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 2 MG/ML RxCUI 2109053 2.5 MG/ML RxCUI 1537337 10 MG/ML RxCUI 2712480 18 MG/ML RxCUI 205173 18.5 MG/ML RxCUI 1941594 20 MG/ML RxCUI 205104 22 MG/ML RxCUI 2739505 25 MG/ML RxCUI 2586423 30 MG/ML RxCUI 205023 50 MG/ML RxCUI 242139 60 MG/ML RxCUI 667904
  7. Dose form (SCDF) Oral Solution RxCUI 1241677 No current FDA listing
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) sodium salicylate 486 MG/ML RxCUI 1241678
  8. Dose form (SCDF) Otic Solution RxCUI 376363 No current FDA listing
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 1.5 MG/ML RxCUI 2541052
  9. Dose form (SCDF) Otic Suspension RxCUI 1495102 No current FDA listing
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 2 MG/ML RxCUI 1495103
  10. Dose form (SCDF) Paste RxCUI 376381 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 0.005 MG/MG RxCUI 1099893 0.01 MG/MG RxCUI 1014639 0.02 MG/MG RxCUI 1047415 0.4 MG/MG RxCUI 1424612 5 MG/ML RxCUI 1376089
  12. Dose form (SCDF) Topical Foam RxCUI 379237 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 5 MG/ML RxCUI 877014 60 MG/ML RxCUI 790884
  13. Dose form (SCDF) Topical Gel RxCUI 312895 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 0.004 MG/MG RxCUI 1113516 0.005 MG/MG RxCUI 252296 0.01 MG/MG RxCUI 251380 0.015 MG/MG RxCUI 416212 0.017 MG/MG RxCUI 1050665 0.018 MG/MG RxCUI 2568117 0.02 MG/MG RxCUI 346298 0.03 MG/MG RxCUI 283602 0.05 MG/MG RxCUI 312891 0.057 MG/MG RxCUI 2691004 0.06 MG/MG RxCUI 312893 0.063 MG/MG RxCUI 2691006 0.066 MG/MG RxCUI 1601564 0.11 MG/MG RxCUI 108266 0.12 MG/MG RxCUI 2714099 0.17 MG/MG RxCUI 312880 0.2 MG/MG RxCUI 2741363
  15. Dose form (SCDF) Topical Oil RxCUI 2050066 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 15 MG/ML RxCUI 2170987 18 MG/ML RxCUI 2050067
  16. Dose form (SCDF) Topical Ointment RxCUI 374475 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 0.015 MG/MG RxCUI 418741 0.02 MG/MG RxCUI 251400 0.03 MG/MG RxCUI 312888 0.17 MG/MG RxCUI 2709428 0.4 MG/MG RxCUI 251407 0.5 MG/MG RxCUI 142035
  17. Dose form (SCDF) Topical Powder RxCUI 1191690 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 0.005 MG/MG RxCUI 1241639 0.01 MG/MG RxCUI 1191691
  18. Dose form (SCDF) Topical Solution RxCUI 238464 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 2.5 MG/ML RxCUI 245640 5 MG/ML RxCUI 199308 7.5 MG/ML RxCUI 248411 10 MG/ML RxCUI 1047362 15 MG/ML RxCUI 1244193 18 MG/ML RxCUI 2627647 18.5 MG/ML RxCUI 2697740 19 MG/ML RxCUI 2749732 20 MG/ML RxCUI 251577 30 MG/ML RxCUI 251294 50 MG/ML RxCUI 198845 80 MG/ML RxCUI 252577 100 MG/ML RxCUI 238465 120 MG/ML RxCUI 199213 126 MG/ML RxCUI 244522 139 MG/ML RxCUI 2539209 150 MG/ML RxCUI 238466 167 MG/ML RxCUI 200156 170 MG/ML RxCUI 312881 176 MG/ML RxCUI 199161 200 MG/ML RxCUI 247990 230 MG/ML RxCUI 1941643 260 MG/ML RxCUI 312887 275 MG/ML RxCUI 1095689 280 MG/ML RxCUI 1986360 285 MG/ML RxCUI 1487371 400 MG/ML RxCUI 2741040
  19. Dose form (SCDF) Topical Spray RxCUI 1042820 In current FDA listings
    Clinical drug / strength (SCD) 1 MG/ML RxCUI 1988751 5 MG/ML RxCUI 1046487 10 MG/ML RxCUI 2560235 18 MG/ML RxCUI 1042821 20 MG/ML RxCUI 1048903 30 MG/ML RxCUI 2707560 120 MG/ML RxCUI 2738916

Look up RxCUI 9525 in the RxCUI Atlas →

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🏷️ Sold under these brand names

MG217 products Stri-Dex products Salex Lotion Salex Cream Propa pH Peel-Off Acne Mask P&amp;S Shampoo Oxy Maximum Cleansing Pads Oxy Clinical Advanced Face Wash Noxzema products Neutrogena products Mediplast pads Ionil products Hydrisalic Gel DuoPlant Gel Dr. Scholl's products DHS Sal Shampoo

🏭 Manufacturers & labelers

Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. 158 Kenvue Brands LLC 86 Jiangxi Yudexi Pharmaceutical Co., LTD 84 L'Oreal USA Products Inc 78 The Mentholatum Company 62 Orveon Global US LLC 42 S+ 32 Almay 31 Clinique Laboratories Llc 30 Alchemee, LLC 30 RB Health (US) LLC 28 e.l.f. Cosmetics, Inc 24 Spa de Soleil 23 The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company 23 Guangzhou Huixue Biotechnology Co., Ltd. 22 Wenzhou Yuyuan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. 21 Ganzhou Olivee Cosmetic Co., Ltd. 21 Bare Escentuals Beauty, Inc. 20 Walgreen Company 20 Medtech Products Inc. 20 Scholls Wellness Company LLC 20 The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. 19 Walmart Inc. 17 Topiderm, Inc. 16

…and 16 more on the FDA NDC directory.

RxNorm drug class

Salicylic Acid Topical belongs to the Salicylic acid and derivatives class.

Drug family (ATC) Salicylic acid and derivatives, Other antifungals for topical use, Antiinflammatory agents, non-steroids

Classified by RxNorm RxClass — the U.S. National Library of Medicine's standardized drug-classification service (Established Pharmacologic Class from the FDA, the ATC drug family from the WHO, and mechanism of action). Reference only, not medical advice.

🔬 Where this comes from

Core label, product, RxNorm, safety, and utilization data on this page come from the sources identified below. AI-written, editorial, and licensed sections are labeled separately.

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FDA-filed drug labels (SPL) Uses, dosing, warnings & side effects from SPL records retrieved through openFDA; the linked representative set can be verified on DailyMed. ✓ Linked label effective Oct 22, 2024
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Forms, brands & labelersAggregated from ingredient-matched FDA National Drug Code Directory product records for Salicylic Acid Topical.
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Real-world reportsThe FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), served through openFDA.
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Recalls & shortagesopenFDA drug-enforcement reports and the FDA drug-shortage database.
🧾 Clinical label set — FDA-filed SPL labels retained for Salicylic Acid Topical after exact ingredient or ingredient-combination matching and applicable route/form matching
Clinical labels in scope
1,303
NDC products indexed
2,767
Distinct labelers/manufacturers represented
631
Linked representative label ⓘ
Bare Escentuals Beauty, Inc.
Linked label effective
Oct 22, 2024
Composite sections available
19
Linked SPL Set ID
139e2d26-76de-4ad3-a6e6-7465bf5987ad
Linked SPL Document ID
25166b24-9b74-6162-e063-6394a90aacab
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NDC package records associated with this linked SPL 40
98132-0231-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fair 1C SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0231-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fair 1C SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0232-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fair Ivory 1N SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0232-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fair Ivory 1N SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0233-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fairly Light 1 NW SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0233-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fairly Light 1 NW SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0234-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fairly Medium 1.5C SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0234-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Fairly Medium 1.5C SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0235-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Neutral Ivory 2N SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0235-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Neutral Ivory 2N SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0236-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Light 2W SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0236-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Light 2W SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0237-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Medium 3C SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0237-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Medium 3C SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0238-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Soft Medium 2CN SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0238-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Soft Medium 2CN SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0239-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Medium Beige 2.5N SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0239-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Medium Beige 2.5N SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0240-03 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Golden Beige 2.5NW SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon 98132-0240-21 bareMinerals Blemish Rescue Skin-Clearing Loose Foundation Golden Beige 2.5NW SALICYLIC ACID 30 mg/6g POWDER Orveon

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