FDA Label for Stridex Essential

Active Ingredient

Salicylic Acid 1.0%(w/w)

Purpose

Acne medication

Uses

for the treatment of acne

reduces the number of acne pimples and blackheads and allows skin to heal

helps prevent new acne pimples from forming

Allergy Alert:

do not use this product if you have a known allergy to salicylic acid

When Using This Product

skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time.

Keep Out Of The Reach Of Children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

-clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product

-use the pad to cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily

-because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed of as directed by a doctor

-if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day

-do not use if seal is broken

-do not leave pad on skin for an extended period of tme

-keep away from eyes, lips and other mucous membranes

Other Information

DO NOT FLUSH-discard pad in trash and wash hands after use

Inactive Ingredients

Water

Ammonium Xylenesulfonate

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

Sodium Citrate

Phenoxyethanol

Ethylhexyglycerin

Sodium Hydroxide

Menthol

Silicon dioxide

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Edetate Sodium

Alpha-Tocopherol acetate