What is Doan's?
Doan's topical is used to treat many skin disorders, such as acne, dandruff, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis of the skin and scalp, calluses, corns, common warts, and plantar warts, depending on the dosage form and strength of the preparation.
Doan's is available without a prescription. Some of these preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.
Doan's indications
For Dermatologic Use: Doan's 6% is a topical aid in the removal of excessive keratin in hyperkeratotic skin disorders including verrucae, and the various ichthyoses (vulgaris, sex-linked and lamellar), keratosis palmaris and plantaris keratosis pilaris, pityriasis rubra pilaris, and psoriasis (including body, scalp, palms and soles).
For Podiatric Use: Doan's 6% is a topical aid in the removal of excessive keratin on dorsal and plantar hyperkeratotic lesions.
Topical preparations of 6% Doan's have been reported to be useful adjunctive therapy for verrucae plantares.
How should I use Doan's?
Use Doan's shampoo as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- To use shampoo as a scalp treatment: Use before bathing. Do not wet hair. Apply Doan's shampoo with the applicator directly to affected areas of the scalp. Leave on for 5 minutes, gradually increasing the treatment time up to 1 hour, or as directed by your doctor. After treatment, rinse thoroughly with water. Wash your hands after each use. You may use a non-medicated shampoo after using Doan's shampoo, if desired.
- To use shampoo as a medicated shampoo: Wet hair, apply Doan's shampoo with the applicator directly to scalp, and massage vigorously for several minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Be sure to wash your hands after each use. Use Doan's shampoo daily until the condition clears, or as directed by your doctor.
- To use the gel on the skin: Moisten the affected area and keep damp for at least 5 minutes before you apply Doan's shampoo. Apply Doan's shampoo to the affected area as directed. Cover the treated area at night unless your doctor tells you otherwise. If applying to an area that cannot be covered, check with your doctor for instructions. Wash Doan's shampoo off in the morning.
- To use gel as a scalp treatment: Apply Doan's shampoo with the applicator directly to affected areas of the scalp. Avoid contact with unaffected hair or skin. Leave the medicine on for 10 to 20 minutes initially, gradually increasing the treatment time to one hour, or as directed by your doctor. The gel may be washed off using the medicated shampoo or warm water in a bath or shower.
- Wash hands immediately after you use Doan's shampoo, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
- If you miss a dose of Doan's shampoo, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Doan's shampoo.
Uses of Doan's in details
This medication is used on the skin to treat common skin and foot (plantar) warts. Doan's helps cause the wart to gradually peel off. This medication is also used to help remove corns and calluses. This product should not be used on the face or on moles, birthmarks, warts with hair growing from them, or genital/anal warts.
Doan's is a keratolytic. It belongs to the same class of drugs as aspirin (salicylates). It works by increasing the amount of moisture in the skin and dissolving the substance that causes the skin cells to stick together. This makes it easier to shed the skin cells. Warts are caused by a virus. Doan's does not affect the virus.
How to use Doan's topical
Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
This medication is for use on the skin only. To avoid irritation, do not let this medication come into contact with your eyes, nose, mouth, groin, or any broken skin. If you do get the medication in those areas, flush the area with cool water for 15 minutes. Wash hands after use.
First, soak the corn, callus, or wart in warm water for about 5 minutes to soften the treatment area. Dry thoroughly. Your doctor may direct you to use a pumice stone, callus file, or emery board to carefully remove the top dead layers of skin after soaking and before applying the medication. This dead skin removal is only to help the medication work better. Do not try to rub the wart or callus off.
If you are using a liquid/gel, apply a few drops or a thin coat of the medication to cover the entire wart, callus, or corn using the applicator if provided. Be careful to apply it only to the affected area and not the surrounding skin. Let dry for 5 minutes. Depending on the brand used, you may need to apply the medication twice with each treatment. Check your product package and follow the directions carefully. You may cover the area loosely with a bandage. Repeat this procedure 1 to 2 times daily for up to 2 weeks for corns and calluses and 12 weeks for warts or as directed by your doctor.
If you are using a medicated pad or bandage, you may need to cut the pad so that it covers the treatment area completely but does not touch the surrounding skin. Peel off the protective covering and place the patch/bandage over the area. Leave in place according to package directions. Remove and place a new patch/bandage as directed (usually every 8 to 48 hours depending on brand). Repeat this procedure for up to 2 weeks for corns and calluses and 12 weeks for warts.
Dosage is based on your medical condition, product type/brand, and response to treatment. Do not use large amounts, apply this medication more often, or use it for a longer period than directed. Your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effects may be increased.
Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day.
If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
Doan's description
Each mL contains anthraquinone glycosides 50 mg, Doan's 10 mg and alcohol 60%.
Doan's dosage
Doan's Dosage
Generic name: Doan's 275mg in 1mL
Dosage form: topical solution
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Rx only
FOR TOPICAL USE ONLY.
NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC, ORAL OR INTRAVAGINAL USE.
DESCRIPTION
Doan's is a topical preparation containing 27.5% Doan's in a proprietary film-forming vehicle that comprises isopropyl alcohol, butyl acetate, polyvinyl butyral, isopropyl metacresol, trimethyl pentanyl diisobutyrate, phenic acid and acrylates copolymer. The pharmacologic activity of Doan's is generally attributed to the keratolytic activity of Doan's which is incorporated into a polyacrylic, film-forming virucidal vehicle designed to cover the wart without the need for a bandage. The structural formula of Doan's is:
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Although the exact mode of action for Doan's in the treatment of warts is unknown, its activity appears to be associated with its keratolytic action, which results in mechanical removal of epidermal cells infected with wart viruses.
The virucidal complex incorporated into Doan's’s proprietary vehicle is designed to help reduce risk of reinfection at the wart site, as well as prevent viral contamination of the product under normal usage.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Doan's is indicated for the topical treatment and removal of common warts and plantar warts.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Patients with diabetes or impaired blood circulation should not use Doan's. Doan's also should not be used on moles, birthmarks, and unusual warts with hair growing from them, or warts on the face.
PRECAUTIONS
Doan's is for external use only. Do not permit Doan's to contact eyes or mucous membranes. If contact with eyes or mucous membranes occurs, immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Doan's should not be allowed to contact normal skin surrounding wart, since localized irritation may occur. Treatment should be discontinued if excessive irritation occurs. Doan's is flammable. Keep away from fire or flame. Keep bottle tightly capped when not in use.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
A localized irritant reaction may occur if Doan's is applied to the normal skin surrounding the wart. Any irritation may normally be controlled by temporarily discontinuing use and by applying the medication only to the wart site when treatment is resumed.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Prior to applying Doan's, soak wart in warm water for five minutes. Remove any loosened tissue by gently rubbing with a brush, wash cloth, or emery board. Dry wart site thoroughly. Using the brush applicator supplied, apply Doan's twice to entire wart surface, allowing the first application to dry before applying the second. Continue treatment once or twice a day as directed by physician. Be careful not to apply to surrounding skin.
Clinically visible improvement will normally occur during the first or second week of therapy. Maximum resolution may be expected after four to six weeks of Doan's use.
HOW SUPPLIED
Doan's is supplied in 10ml amber bottles with a brush applicator (NDC 42783-312-10).
Store at controlled room temperature, 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).
Manufactured for:
Elorac, Inc.
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
U.S. Patent Pending
Revised 06/2011
221619
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Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to Doan's or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Young children may be at increased risk of unwanted effects because of increased absorption of Doan's through the skin. Also, young children may be more likely to get skin irritation from Doan's. Doan's should not be applied to large areas of the body, used for long periods of time, or used under occlusive dressing (air-tight covering, such as kitchen plastic wrap) in infants and children. Doan's should not be used in children younger than 2 years of age.
Geriatric
Elderly people are more likely to have age-related blood vessel disease. This may increase the chance of problems during treatment with Doan's.
Breast Feeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Doan's side effects
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What are the possible side effects of Doan's?
Less common or rare
Skin irritation not present before use of Doan's (moderate or severe)
Frequency not known
Dryness and peeling of skin
flushing
redness of skin
unusually warm skin
Symptoms of Doan's poisoning
Confusion
diarrhea
dizziness
fast or deep breathing
headache (severe or continuing)
hearing loss
lightheadedness
nausea
rapid breathing
ringing or buzzing in ears (continuing)
severe drowsiness
stomach pain
vomiting
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
-Skin irritation not present before use of Doan's (mild) -stinging
Doan's contraindications
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What is the most important information I should know about Doan's?
Less common or rare
Skin irritation not present before use of Doan's (moderate or severe)
Frequency not known
Dryness and peeling of skin
flushing
redness of skin
unusually warm skin
Symptoms of Doan's poisoning
Confusion
diarrhea
dizziness
fast or deep breathing
headache (severe or continuing)
hearing loss
lightheadedness
nausea
rapid breathing
ringing or buzzing in ears (continuing)
severe drowsiness
stomach pain
vomiting
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
-Skin irritation not present before use of Doan's (mild) -stinging
Active ingredient matches for Doan's:
Salicylic Acid in United States.
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- DTP/NCI. "salicylic acid: The NCI Development Therapeutics Program (DTP) provides services and resources to the academic and private-sector research communities worldwide to facilitate the discovery and development of new cancer therapeutic agents.". https://dtp.cancer.gov/dtpstandard/s... (accessed September 17, 2018).
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