Resorcinol

Indications

Resorcinol is used for: Acne

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Acne Adult: In combination with sulfur and chloroxylenol, as 1.25%.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Precautions

Do not apply on broken skin or large areas of the skin for a prolonged period or in high concentrations. Caution when used in children. May discolour urine.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Side Effects

Side effects of Resorcinol : Local irritation, skin sensitization. Hyperpigmentation in patients with dark skin; darkening of light-colored hair. Potentially Fatal: Systemic effects and convulsions.

Mode of Action

Resorcinol has keratolytic properties for the treatment of acne and seborrhoeic skin conditions. It is commonly used with sulfur in topical preparations.