Glycolic Acid
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Glycolic Acid is organic acid. Glycolic Acid is used in preparation applied on skin for hyperpigmentation and photo-damaged skin.
Indications
Glycolic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Hyperpigmentation.
Contraindications
Glycolic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy, Breast feeding, Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Glycolic Acid, which give rise to further complications include Severe pain. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Glycolic Acid are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Inflammation, Redness, Burning, Swelling, Peeling of skin, Stinging.
Warnings
Individuals who have especially sensitive skin can also experience topical scarring if an excessive amount of the product is used. Prior to using products containing glycolic acid, do a trial test on a small patch of the skin within the area that the product is to be administered on.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Glycolic Acid was found.
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No active brands are currently recorded for this generic.
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