Therapeutic Action
Fungistatic and keratolytic agent
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Fungistatic and keratolytic agent
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Dermatophyte infection of the scalp (tinea capitis), in combination with a systemic antifungal Dermatophyte infection of the glabrous skin and skin folds: alone, if lesions are localised, non-extensive in combination with a systemic antifungal, if the lesions are extensive
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Do not apply to exudative lesions, mucous membranes or eyes. May cause: skin irritation, local benign inflammation. In case of secondary bacterial infection, start appropriate local or systemic treatment before applying Whitfield’s ointment. In case of contact with eyes or mucous membranes, flush immediately with plenty of water. Pregnancy: no contra-indication Breast-feeding: no contra-indication
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Benzoic acid 6% + salicylic acid 3% ointment, tube or jar
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Child and adult: one application 2 times daily, in a thin layer, to clean and dry skin
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3 to 6 weeks, depending on clinical response
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Whitfield’s ointment is not included in the WHO list of essential medicines.
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– Below 25 °C Once the ointment has been exposed to a high temperature, the active ingredients are no longer evenly distributed: the ointment must be homogenized before using.
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one application 2 times daily, in a thin layer, to clean and dry skin
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