Ascorbic acid and carbonyl iron and Salvax Duo

• Generic Name: ascorbic acid / carbonyl iron
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Fe C, Icar-C, Vitron-C

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is found in citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. Ascorbic acid is important for the skin and connective tissues, for normal chemical and hormonal production, and for the immune system.

Carbonyl iron is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is important for many functions in the body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.

Ascorbic acid and carbonyl iron is a combination vitamin/mineral supplement that helps your body better absorb iron from your diet.

Ascorbic acid and carbonyl iron may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: salicylic acid / urea topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Carb-O-Sal5, Kerasal, Salvax Duo, Salvax Duo Plus

Salicylic acid is a keratolytic (peeling agent). Salicylic acid causes shedding of the outer layer of skin.

Urea is an emollient (skin softening agent). Urea helps to moisturize the skin.

The combination of salicylic acid and urea topical (for the skin) is used to soften and remove rough, scaly skin caused by warts, calluses, keratosis, or psoriasis.

Salvax Duo may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.