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Sal P is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. The alternative uses of Sal P have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Sal P depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sal P as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Sal P are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sal P has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Sal P has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sal P related warnings section.
The section on Sal P contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Sal P may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sal P is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Sal P is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Sal P safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Sal P will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Sal P safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Sal P in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Sal P on the Kidneys?
Sal P rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sal P on the Liver?
Sal P is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Sal P on the Heart?
Sal P is rarely harmful for the heart.
Sal P should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sal P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sal P habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sal P is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Sal P
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Sal P, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sal P
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sal P with alcohol will be.
Yes, Sal P may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug.
Sal P contains clobetasol which is presumed to work by promoting the induction of inhibitory proteins (lipocortins) in the body. Lipocortins prevents the release of arachidonic acid which causes synthesis and release of certain chemicals such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins that causes inflammation. In this way Sal P prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
No, Sal P is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
No, Sal P should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Sal P may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Impoyz (clobetasol propionate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 895
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 369-370
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 889
