Detail Drug Information

Glycolic Acid (Glycolic Acid)

Overview of Glycolic Acid

Glycolic Acid is organic acid. Glycolic Acid is used in preparation applied on skin for hyperpigmentation and photo-damaged skin.

Indication of Glycolic Acid

Glycolic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Hyperpigmentation.

Contraindication of Glycolic Acid

Glycolic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy,Breast feeding,Hypersensitivity to any component of product.

Side Effects of Glycolic Acid

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Glycolic Acid, which give rise to further complications include Severe pain.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Glycolic Acid are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Inflammation, Redness, Burning, Swelling, Peeling of skin, Stinging.

Precautions of Glycolic Acid

Individuals who have especially sensitive skin can also experience topical scarring if an excessive amount of the product is used. Prior to using products containing glycolic acid, do a trial test on a small patch of the skin within the area that the product is to be administered on.