Resorcinol and sulfur Topical

When using resorcinol and sulfur combination, do not use any of the following preparations on the same affected area as resorcinol and sulfur, unless otherwise directed by your doctor:

• Abrasive soaps or cleansers
• Alcohol-containing preparations
• Any other topical acne preparation or preparation containing a peeling agent (for example, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or tretinoin [vitamin A acid])
• Cosmetics or soaps that dry the skin
• Medicated cosmetics
• Other topical medicine for the skin

To use any of the above preparations on the same affected area as resorcinol and sulfur may cause severe irritation of the skin.

Do not use any topical mercury-containing preparation, such as ammoniated mercury ointment, on the same affected area as resorcinol and sulfur . To do so may cause a foul odor, may be irritating to the skin, and may stain the skin black. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.

resorcinol and sulfur (depending on the product you are using) may darken light-colored hair. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.