Sulpho-Lac Soap
Generic name:sulfur topical [ SUL-fur-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand names: Liquimat Light, Liquimat Medium, Sulfoam, Sulpho-Lac Soap
Drug class:Miscellaneous topical agents
What is Sulpho-Lac Soap?
Sulpho-Lac Soap (for the skin) is used to treat acne.
Sulpho-Lac Soap may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Sulpho-Lac Soap if you are allergic to sulfur.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have severe acne, or acne over large areas of skin.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
How should I use Sulpho-Lac Soap?
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin or scalp.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
You may need to shake this medicine before each use. Follow directions on the label.
Wash your hands before and after applying Sulpho-Lac Soap lotion. Also clean and gently dry the skin area to be treated.
Apply a thin layer of sulfur topical lotion to the affected skin up to 3 times per day. Rub in gently. Apply the lotion less often if your skin becomes overly dry or peels.
Do not cover treated skin with a bandage. Heat or bandaging can increase the amount of drug absorbed through your skin and may cause harmful effects.
When using Sulpho-Lac Soap shampoo, follow all directions on the product label. You may need to leave the shampoo on your scalp for a few minutes before rinsing.
It may take several weeks before your skin condition improves. Keep using the medication as directed and call a doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
Do not stop using this medicine if you do not see results immediately.
Store Sulpho-Lac Soap at room temperature. Do not freeze.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Apply the medicine as soon as yo...
