Boots Verruca Removal Gel
(Camphor, Salicylic acid)
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to use it carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
- You must contact a pharmacist or doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 12 weeks
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Salicylic Acid, which belongs to a group of medicines called keratolytics, which act to break down hard skin. Also contains Camphor, which acts to relieve pain.
It can be used to treat verrucas, common warts, calluses and corns.
Before you use this medicine
This medicine can be used by adults and children aged 12 years and over. However, some people should not use this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
Do not use:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients
If you have diabetes, unless your doctor tells you to
If you have poor circulation, unless your doctor tells you to
If you have broken skin, swelling or redness around the verruca, wart, callous or corn
On moles, birthmarks, hairy or genital warts, normal skin
On the face, anal or genital area
For children under 12 years, unless your doctor tells you to
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor tells you to
Other important information
Do not apply to normal skin. If the gel comes into contact with normal skin wash off straight away with plenty of water.
If excessive irritation or discomfort is experienced when using the gel remove any dressings from the area treated and stop using the gel.
If you take other medicines
This medicine is not expected to affect any other medicines that you may be taking.
If you are unsure about interactions with any medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor and medicine you have bought for yourself, including herbal and homeopathic remedies.
How to use this medicine
Check the cap seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the gel.
Wash and dry the feet before using the gel.
Do not apply to normal skin.
Adults and children of 12 years and over: Apply gel directly to the verruca, wart, callous or corn, twice a day until removed.
Apply to the verruca, wart, callous or corn only.
Do not use for children under 12 years, unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not use more than the amount recommended above.
Do not use this medicine for more than 12 weeks, unless your doctor tells you to.
If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
If you use too much or if anyone accidentally swallows some of the medicine: Speak to a pharmacist or doctor.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some of these:
- Skin rash, skin irritation, burning sensation or red itchy skin (signs of an allergic reaction)
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Store at or below 25°C.
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
What is in this medicine
The gel contains Camphor 3.11% w/w and Salicylic Acid 12.5% w/w, which are the active ingredients.
As well as the active ingredients, the gel also contains pyroxylin, castor oil, methoxyisopropanol, acetone.
The pack contains 5 ml of gel.
Who makes this medicine
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Leaflet prepared February 2008
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Product name: Boots Verruca Removal Gel
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