Carb-O-Sal5

Generic name: Salicylic Acid And Urea Topical
Drug class: Topical emollients

Usage of Carb-O-Sal5

Salicylic acid is a keratolytic (peeling agent). Salicylic acid causes shedding of the outer layer of skin.

Urea is an emollient (skin softening agent). Urea helps to moisturize the skin.

The combination of salicylic acid and urea topical (for the skin) is used to soften and remove rough, scaly skin caused by warts, calluses, keratosis, or psoriasis.

Carb-O-Sal5 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Carb-O-Sal5 side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Carb-O-Sal5 and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as redness or severe skin irritation after applying the medication.

Less serious side effects may include mild burning, itching, or irritation of treated skin.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Carb-O-Sal5

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to salicylic acid or urea.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Carb-O-Sal5 if you have:

kidney disease; or

liver disease.

It is not known whether Carb-O-Sal5 will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether salicylic acid and urea topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

This medication should not be used on a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. Salicylates can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye's syndrome in children.

Do not use Carb-O-Sal5 on a child younger than 2 years old.

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How to use Carb-O-Sal5

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not use Carb-O-Sal5 to treat any skin condition that has not been checked by your doctor.

Gently clean and dry the affected area before applying the medication.

Shake the foam well just before each use. Turn the medicine canister upside down to dispense the foam.

Apply the medication to the affected area as directed. Do not use Carb-O-Sal5 on skin that is red, swollen, infected, or oozing.

This medication can cause unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Carb-O-Sal5.

Use Carb-O-Sal5 regularly to get the most benefit. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using this medicine.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Keep the foam canister away from open flame or high heat, such as in a car on a hot day. The canister may explode if it gets too hot. Do not puncture or burn an empty canister.

Warnings

Do not use Carb-O-Sal5 on a child younger than 2 years old. This medication should not be used on a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. Salicylates can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye's syndrome in children.

What other drugs will affect Carb-O-Sal5

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied salicylic acid and urea. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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