Resorcinol topical

Generic name: Resorcinol (topical)
Dosage form: topical lotion (3%)
Drug class: Topical antipsoriatics

Usage of Resorcinol topical

Resorcinol works by breaking down rough, scaly, or hardened skin. Resorcinol also disinfects the skin to help fight infection.

Resorcinol topical (for the skin) is used to treat pain and itching caused by minor cuts and scrapes, burns, insect bites, poison ivy, sunburn, or other skin irritations. Resorcinol topical is also used to treat acne, eczema, psoriasis, seborrhea, corns, calluses, warts, and other skin disorders.

Resorcinol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Resorcinol topical 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.

Although the risk of serious side effects is low when resorcinol is applied to the skin, side effects can occur if the medicine is absorbed into your bloodstream. Your body may absorb resorcinol through the skin if you use too much or if you apply it over large skin areas. Skin that is cut or irritated may also absorb more medicine.

resorcinol may cause serious side effects. Stop using resorcinol and call your doctor at once if you have:

headache, tired feeling, shortness of breath;

blue-colored skin;

fast or irregular heartbeats;

seizure (convulsions); or

weak or shallow breathing.

Children can absorb larger amounts of this medicine through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.

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 Resorcinol topical

You should not use resorcinol if you are allergic to resorcinol.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

allergies to foods or dyes; or

if you are allergic to an animal.

It is not known whether resorcinol topical will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether resorcinol topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 2 years old without medical advice.

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How to use Resorcinol topical

Usual Adult Dose for Dermatological Disorders:

Resorcinol topical 2% ointment:Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Dermatological Disorders:

Resorcinol topical 2% ointment:2 years or older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Resorcinol topical

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied resorcinol. 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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