Saliskin Ointment

Composition of Saliskin Ointment

Saliskin Ointment contains Clobetasol (0.05% w/w) + Salicylic Acid (6% w/w). It belongs to the Keratolytic (salicylic acid preparations) class of medicines.

Uses of Saliskin Ointment

• Used for hyperkeratotic and scaly skin conditions such as dry/scaly eczema
• psoriasis
• chronic dermatitis
• corns and calluses (as a keratolytic emollient).

Key benefits

• Reduces scaling and thickened skin
• Softens corns and calluses
• Helps relieve roughness and flaking
• Improves penetration of other topical treatments

How Saliskin Ointment works

It acts as a keratolytic by softening and loosening the outer thickened layer of skin, helping it shed. This reduces scaling and improves penetration of moisturisers/other topical medicines.

How to take Saliskin Ointment

For external use only. Apply a thin layer to the affected area 1–2 times daily or as directed by a doctor. Avoid eyes, mouth, genitals, and broken/irritated skin unless advised; wash hands after application.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can suppress the body's own steroid production when it is used for a long time over large areas, especially in children. It can cause severe irritation when far too much cream is applied; an oral retinoid taken in excess can cause headache, vomiting and liver injury. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Saliskin Ointment

Most side effects of Saliskin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Mild burning
• stinging
• itching
• redness
• skin irritation
• dryness
• peeling

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Saliskin Ointment

Warnings and precautions

Do not use if allergic to salicylates. Avoid large-area use, occlusive dressings, or prolonged use without medical advice (risk of salicylate absorption, especially in children). Do not apply on infected, open, or severely inflamed skin unless prescribed. Stop use and seek medical help if severe irritation, rash, or signs of allergy occur.

Do not take Saliskin if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for untreated bacterial, fungal or viral skin infections. Not for use in or around the eyes. Oral retinoids are absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy and in anyone who might become pregnant without a pregnancy prevention programme. Topical retinoids are avoided in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Other topical irritants/peeling agents (retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, sulfur/resorcinol), increased absorption/irritation with topical corticosteroids or other actives when used together on same area; systemic salicylate toxicity risk with extensive use.

How to store Saliskin Ointment

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), tightly closed. Protect from heat, moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Saliskin Ointment

Apply a thin layer — a fingertip's worth covers an area about the size of two adult palms. Use a plain moisturiser generously alongside it; that is what keeps eczema away between flares. Ask your doctor for a written plan of how long to use it and when to step down. Apply retinoids at night to clean, dry skin, and moisturise afterwards. Give it at least eight to twelve weeks before judging whether it works. Do not pick or squeeze spots — that is what leaves scars.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ENTOD PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Dermatological (Keratolytic/Anti-scaling)

Drug class:

Keratolytic (salicylic acid preparations)