Whitefield Ointment is a Fungistatic and keratolytic agent.
Uses
Dermatophyte infection of the scalp (tinea capitis), in combination with a systemic antifungal
Dermatophyte infection of the glabrous skin and skin folds alone, if lesions are localised, non-extensive
in use in combination with a systemic antifungal, if the lesions are extensive
Ingridients
Benzoic acid 6% + salicylic acid 3% ointment.
Dosage
Child and adult: one application 2 times daily, in a thin layer, to clean and dry skin for 3 to 6 weeks, depending on clinical response
Precautions
Do not apply to exudative lesions, mucous membranes or eyes.
May cause: skin irritation, local benign inflammation.
In case of secondary bacterial infection, start appropriate local or systemic treatment before applying Whitfield’s ointment.
In case of contact with eyes or mucous membranes, flush immediately with plenty of water.
Pregnancy: no contra-indication
Breast-feeding: no contra-indication
