Salicylic Acid
Uses
Salicylic Acid is used in the treatment of dermatitis, psoriasis and keratoses (abnormal skin growth).
How it Works
Salicylic acid is known as a keratolytic which is a peeling agent. Salicylic acid allows shedding of the outer layer of skin by loosening and softening the dry, scaly skin. Salicylic Acid also works on reducing swelling and redness and thus causing pimples to shrink
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Salicylic Acid can include the symptoms below;
Skin irritation,
Difficult breathing,
Dryness and peeling of skin,
Fainting,
Hives or itching,
Redness of the skin
Ketoconazole Topical
Uses
Ketoconazole Topical is used in the treatment of dandruff and fungal infections.
How it Works
Ketoconazole topical works by stopping the growth of fungus by preventing the fungus from making their protective covering, thus this kills the fungal cells and stops the infection from spreading.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Ketoconazole Topical may suffer from such side effects;
Itching,
Burning on skin,
Dry or scaly skin