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Warts and verrucae - Management
High-strength topical salicylic acid - feet only

Age from 6 years onwards
Salicylic acid 50% ointment (Verrugon®)
Verrugon complete 50% ointment
Apply to the wart or verruca once a day.
Supply 6 grams.
Age: from 6 years onwards
NHS cost: £2.83
OTC cost: £4.75
Licensed use: yes
Patient information: Before applying the treatment to the wart or verruca, soak the affected area in warm water to soften the skin (e.g. for 5-10 minutes). Avoid applying the treatment to the skin surrounding the wart/verruca. Fix the self-adhesive ring (provided) with the hole over the verruca. Apply the ointment into the hole and directly onto the verruca. Cover the ring completely with a plaster (provided). Rub the verruca surface gently with a disposable nail file once a week to remove hard skin. This ointment may need to be used for up to 3 months to remove the verruca.

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