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SALICYLIC ACID WART REMOVER

SALICYLIC ACID

Standard Dose
Directions wash affected area may soak wart in warm water for 5 minutes dry area thoroughly remove medicated pad from backing paper by pulling from center of pad apply repeat procedure every 48 hours as needed until wart is removed for up to 12 weeks. If the wart is still present after 12 weeks consult a physician.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Use for the removal of common warts.
Summary

Indications and usage Use for the removal of common warts.

The common wart is easily recognized by the rough "cauliflower-like" appearance of the surface Dosage and administration Directions wash affected area may soak wart in warm water for 5 minutes dry area thoroughly remove medicated pad from backing paper by pulling from center of pad apply repeat procedure every 48 hours as needed until wart is removed for up to 12 weeks.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Use for the removal of common warts. The common wart is easily recognized by the rough "cauliflower-like" appearance of the surface Dosage and administration Directions wash affected area may soak wart in warm water for 5 minutes dry area thoroughly remove medicated pad from backing paper by pulling from center of pad apply repeat procedure every 48 hours as needed until wart is removed for up to 12 weeks. If the wart is still present after 12 weeks consult a physician. Warnings and cautions Warnings For External Use Only Do not use on irritated skin on any area that is infected or reddened on moles on birthmarks on warts with hair growing from them on genital warts on warts on the face on warts on mucous membranes such as inside the mouth, nose, anus, genitals, lips Ask a doctor before use if you have diabetes poor blood circulation Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Monitoring

  • Warnings For External Use Only Do not use on irritated skin on any area that is infected or reddened on moles on birthmarks on warts with hair growing from them on genital warts on warts on the face on warts on mucous membranes such as inside the mouth, nose, anus, genitals, lips Ask a doctor before use if you have diabetes poor blood circulation Keep out of reach of children.
  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Interaction Notes

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