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Salicylic Acid (International)

Note: In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

Scheme

USP

ATC (Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification)

D01AE12,S01BC08

CAS registry number (Chemical Abstracts Service)

0000069-72-7

Chemical Formula

C7-H6-O3

Molecular Weight

138

Therapeutic Categories

Dermatological agent

Keratolytic agent

Topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, NSAID

Antifungal agent for topical use

Topical analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory agent

Chemical Name

Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-

Foreign Names

Generic Names

Brand Names

Glossary

TermDefinition
DCFDénomination Commune Française
ISInofficial Synonym
JANJapanese Accepted Name
OSOfficial Synonym
PHPharmacopoeia Name
USPPharmacopoeia of the United States

Further information on drug naming conventions: International Nonproprietary Names.

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