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salicylic acid · Quick Action is an over-the-counter drug containing salicylic acid, made by Walmart Inc..

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Not classified
Route
Topical
Manufacturers
1

for the treatment of acne

Related recalls

FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient

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Active ingredients

Salicylic acid 2%

Purpose

Acne medication

Uses

For the treatment of acne

Directions

Wet face, apply to hand, massage face gently. Rinse well. Use up to twice daily. avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water.

Warnings

For external use only

When using this product

Skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time.

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Side effects (adverse reactions)

Information: 1-888-287-1915 or Walmart.com/help DISTRIBUTED BY: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716 PLASTIC TUBE Do Not Recycle how2recycle.info Made in the USA with domestic and imported ingredients. Factory Certified

Inactive ingredients

Water, sodium cocoyl isethionate, cetearyl alcohol, laureth-3, glycerin, coconut acid, sodium isethionate, sodium hydroxide, fragrance, Lavandula stoechas extract, Helichrysum italicum extract, Cistus monspeliensis extract, disodium EDTA

Questions?

1-888-287-1915

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Liquid2 g/100mLtopical1

Side effect reports to FDA

FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 52,572 reports that list salicylic acid, data through 07/30/2026

Anyone can report a problem to FDA, and a report does not mean the drug caused the problem. Reports can be duplicated or incomplete, and counts depend on how widely a drug is used. Do not stop or change a medicine because of this list. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Most often reported reactions

  • Drug ineffective13,789
  • Dry skin12,766
  • Erythema12,317
  • Acne11,763
  • Skin burning sensation11,556
  • Skin irritation7,729
  • Skin exfoliation5,758
  • Inappropriate schedule of product administration4,809
  • Rash4,766
  • Overdose3,778

To report a side effect, use FDA MedWatch.

Manufacturers and labels

1 FDA label

  • Walmart Inc.Shown hereM006 · Label 02/27/2026 · NDC 49035-934Full label

Quick Action: common questions

What is Quick Action used for?
for the treatment of acne
What are the side effects of Quick Action?
Information: 1-888-287-1915 or Walmart.com/help DISTRIBUTED BY: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716 PLASTIC TUBE Do Not Recycle how2recycle.info Made in the USA with domestic and imported ingredients. See the full side effects section on this page, and ask your doctor or pharmacist about any side effect that bothers you.
Is Quick Action a prescription drug?
No. Quick Action is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Quick Action?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Salicylic Acid, Medicated Apricot Scrub, Oil Free Acne Wash, Salicylic Acid.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 02/27/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice

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