MG217 : Uses, Side Effects, Interactions & More

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Why is this medication prescribed?

Topical MG217 (Salicylic Acid) is used to help clear up and prevent pimples and skin blemishes in people who have acne. Topical MG217 is also used to treat skin conditions that involve flaking or overgrowth of skin cells such as psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form in some areas of the body), ichthyosis (congenital conditions that cause dryness and peeling of the skin). ), dandruff, corns, calluses and warts on hands or feet. Topical MG217 should not be used to treat genital warts, warts on the face, warts with growing hair, warts in the nose or mouth, moles, or birthmarks. MG217 belongs to a class of medications called keratolytic agents. Topical MG217 treats acne by reducing swelling and redness and by unplugging blocked skin pores to allow pimples to shrink. Treats other skin conditions by softening and loosening dry, flaky, or thickened skin so that it falls off or can be easily removed.

How should this medicine be used?

Topical MG217 (Salicylic Acid) comes in the form of a cloth (a pad or washcloth used to clean the skin), cream, lotion, liquid, gel, ointment, shampoo, wipe, pad, and patch to apply to the skin or scalp. Topical MG217 comes in various strengths, including certain products that are only available with a prescription. Topical MG217 can be used several times a day or infrequently several times a week, depending on the condition being treated and the product being used. Carefully follow the directions on the package label or your prescription label, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any parts you do not understand. Use MG217 exactly as directed. Do not use more or less, or use it more often than directed on the package or prescribed by your doctor.

If you are using topical MG217 to treat acne, your skin may become dry or irritated at the beginning of your treatment. To avoid this, you can apply the product less often at first and then gradually start applying it more often after your skin has adjusted to the medication. If your skin becomes dry or irritated at any time during your treatment, you can apply the product less often. Talk to your doctor or check the package label for more information.

Apply a small amount of the MG217 product to one or two small areas that you want to treat for 3 days when you first start using this medicine. If no reaction or discomfort occurs, use the product as directed on the package or on your prescription label.

Do not take topical MG217. Be careful not to get topical MG217 in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you accidentally get topical MG217 in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse the area with water for 15 minutes.

Do not apply MG217 topical to skin that is broken, red, swollen, irritated, or infected.

Only apply MG217 topical to the areas of the skin that are affected by your skin condition. Do not apply MG217 topical to large areas of your body unless your doctor tells you to. Do not cover the skin where you applied MG217 topical with a bandage or dressing unless your doctor tells you to.

If you are using topical MG217 to treat acne or some other skin condition, it may take several weeks or longer for you to feel the full benefit of the medication. Your condition may get worse during the first days of treatment as your skin adjusts to the medicine.

Read the package label of the topical MG217 product you are using very carefully. The label will tell you how to prepare your skin before applying the medicine and exactly how to apply the medicine. Follow these instructions carefully.

Other uses for this medicine

This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What special precautions should I follow?

Before using topical MG217,

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to MG217, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in MG217 products. Ask your pharmacist or check the package label for a list of the ingredients.
Do not apply any of the following products to the skin that you are treating with topical MG217 unless your doctor tells you to: abrasive soaps or cleaners; skin care products containing alcohol; other medications that are applied to the skin such as benzoyl peroxide (BenzaClin, BenzaMycin, others), resorcinol (RA Lotion), sulfur (Cuticura, Finac, others), and tretinoin (Retin-A, Renova, others); or medicinal cosmetics. Your skin can become very irritated if you apply any of these products to the skin that you are treating with topical MG217.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: aspirin, diuretics (‘water pills’), and methyl salicylate (in some muscle massages like BenGay). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you closely for side effects.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had diabetes or disease of the blood vessels, kidneys, or liver.
You should know that children and adolescents who have chickenpox or the flu should not use topical MG217 unless instructed to do so by a doctor because there is a risk that they will develop Reye’s syndrome (a serious condition in which fat accumulates). in the brain, liver and other organs of the body).
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while using MG217 topical, call your doctor.

What special dietary instructions should I follow?

Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.

What should I do if I forget a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not apply additional topical MG217 to make up for a missed dose.

What side effects can this medication cause?

Topical MG217 may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if either of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

skin irritation
stinging in the area where you applied topical MG217

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms call your doctor immediately:

confusion
dizziness
extreme tiredness or weakness
headache
fast breathing
ringing or buzzing in the ears
hearing loss
nausea
vomiting
diarrhea

If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop using MG217 and call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical help:

hives
itching
throat tightness
difficulty breathing
feeling faint
swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue

Topical MG217 can cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while using this medicine.

If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor can submit a report online to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program (http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch) or by phone (1-800-332-1088).

What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom).

Unnecessary medications must be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children, and others cannot consume them. However, you should not flush this medicine down the toilet. Instead, the best way to dispose of your medications is through a drug take-back program. Talk to your pharmacist or contact your local garbage / recycling department to find out about take-back programs in your community. See the FDA Safe Drug Disposal website (http://goo.gl/c4Rm4p) for more information if you do not have access to a take-back program.

It is important to keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children, since many containers (such as those containing weekly pills and those for eye drops, creams, patches and inhalers) are not child-resistant and small children can easily open them. To protect young children from poisoning, always close the safety caps and immediately place the medicine in a safe place, one that is upright and out of their sight and reach. http://www.upandaway.org

In case of emergency/overdose

If someone ingests MG217 or applies too much MG217, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has passed out or is not breathing, call your local emergency services at 911.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

confusion
dizziness
extreme tiredness or weakness
headache
fast breathing
ringing or buzzing in the ears
hearing loss
nausea
vomiting
diarrhea

What other information should I know?

Keep all your appointments with your doctor.

Before having any laboratory test, tell your doctor and the laboratory personnel that you are using MG217 topical.

If you are using prescription strength topical MG217, do not let anyone else use your medicine. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about topical MG217.

It is important that you keep a written list of all prescription and over-the-counter (over-the-counter) medications you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should take this list with you every time you visit a doctor or if you go into hospital. It is also important information to take with you in case of emergencies.

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Disclaimer: We have made every effort to ensure that all information is factually accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date. However, this article should not be used as a licensed health care professional’s choice of knowledge and expertise. You should always consult your doctor or other health care professional before taking any medication. The information given here is subject to change and it has not been used to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions or adverse effects. The lack of warning or other information for any drug does not indicate that the combination of medicine or medication is safe, effective or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.