Scholl Verruca Removal System 15 Plasters

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Depending on the size of the wart or verruca, it can take a few weeks for Scholl Verruca Removal System to work. Genital warts are caused by a different family type of HPV. These are sexually transmitted and can sometimes cause cervical and vulval cancer. Ordinary skin warts do not cause cancer. Care at home Removal can take a couple of weeks or more, but that’s faster than most acid treatments. There’s none of the stinging discomfort you get with a freeze treatment, so it’s much more suitable for children. The main downside is that the stuff comes out of the tube fast when you first open it, so be careful not to get it on healthy skin. Prescriptions must be written on an Authority Prescription Form, and the approval number must be noted on the prescription. Pharmacists cannot dispense the item as a pharmaceutical benefit unless it has been approved by Medicare Australia (indicated by the presence of the approval number).

the skin specialist can provide treatments that encourage the immune system to recognise and destroy the skin cells that are infected with the wart virus – these are an option if other treatments do not work or if there are many warts. Before applying it, rub off any dead tissue from the top of your wart with an emery board. Next, soak your wart in water for 5–10 minutes and then apply the salicylic acid. Genital warts, also known as anogenital warts, are small, non-cancerous growths that appear on or around the genitals or opening of your bottom (anus). They are caused by infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) and are the most common type of viral sexually transmitted infection (STI).If you forget to apply Scholl Verruca Removal System when you should, apply a new one as soon as you remember and continue to use the plasters as normal. Can I use Scholl Verruca Removal System for warts on my hands? Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. If you have a wart that’s causing you pain, embarrassment or discomfort, and over-the-counter medications aren’t helping, see your GP.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Let’s face it, warts aren’t the prettiest of things. So if you’ve got one (or two, three or more…) of them, then you’re most probably keen to get rid. ASAP. Cover your wart or verruca with duct tape for six days. If it falls off, just replace it with a new piece.

If you have any concerns about any of the information presented in the leaflet, discuss them with our online medical team or speak to a pharmacist. Who should not use Scholl Verruca Removal System? Cryotherapy uses liquid nitrogen to freeze off the wart. A doctor may spray or swab a small amount of liquid nitrogen onto the wart. People may need repeat treatments before the wart disappears. If the wart is a really stubborn one, there’s enough solution here for up to 12 applications, although you should only use it a maximum of three times (two weeks apart) on one wart. But it’s unlikely you’ll need to use it more than once. If you become pregnant while using Scholl Verruca Removal System, speak to your doctor as soon as possible. Other safety information Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use. PrecautionsDiabetes—Use with caution. May cause severe redness or ulceration, especially on the hands or feet. Studies have found cryotherapy to be effective in removing warts in 50–70 percent of cases where the person had 3 or 4 treatments. Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of salicylic acid topical in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related blood vessel disease, which may require caution in patients receiving salicylic acid topical. Breastfeeding Warts are not harmful, but some people find them itchy, painful or embarrassing. Verrucas are more likely to be painful – like standing on a needle. Do not use an OTC acne product again if you have developed a serious allergic reaction from it. Side Effects

Don’t use salicylic acid preparations on your face or large areas of skin. This is because it can cause irritation and scarring. Cryotherapy is not suitable for young people or those with poor blood circulation. Side effects include: Children 2 years of age and older—Use the 2 to 10% cream as needed. Use the 25 to 60% cream once every 3 to 5 days. Irritation of the skin may occur if the medicated discs are applied to healthy skin. Should this occur, temporarily stop using Scholl Verruca Removal System until the irritation subsides.

Indications

The skin may turn slightly red or dark, which is a normal reaction. People should stop using the product if it causes pain, bleeding, or blisters. If this happens, see a doctor for advice and alternative treatment options. Once the irritation has died down, reapply the medicated disc making sure not to apply it to the healthy skin surrounding the wart. Allergic reaction Warts can disappear on their own and if they are not causing you problems, such as pain, discomfort or embarrassment, they do not need treatment. In children, warts disappear in a year without treatment in half of all cases and in two-thirds of all cases in two years. Warts can last for several years, especially in adults where they can last for 5–10 years. Before you start using the Scholl Verruca Removal System, you must read the patient information leaflet. To use any of the above preparations on the same affected area as salicylic acid may cause severe irritation of the skin.