Salicylic acid is an ingredient in many topical drug products. Its primary purpose in these products is to act as a(n):
a. keratolytic. c. antibacterial.
b. emollient. d. antifungal.
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is the primary purpose of salicylic acid in topical medications.
B Incorrect: This is not a purpose of salicylic acid.
C Incorrect: This is not a purpose of salicylic acid.
D Incorrect: This is not a purpose of salicylic acid.
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