Salatac Gel Wart & Verucca Treatment – 8g

What is Salatac Gel?

Salatac Gel is a clinically proven treatment for warts, verrucas, corns, and calluses, offering a simple and effective way to remove stubborn skin conditions at home. This medicated gel contains salicylic acid and lactic acid, which work together to soften hardened skin and break down the infected tissue caused by the wart virus (HPV). If you’re looking for an easy way to treat a stubborn wart, Salatac Gel’s waterproof protective coating will both treat and cover the area, so you don’t have to worry about it.

What are warts?

Warts are small growths on your skin which are caused by a virus called HPV (human papillomavirus). They often appear on your hands, fingers, or knees, and look and feel rough, sometimes causing itching or pain. Warts are contagious and can be picked up if you come into contact with an infected person or surface. They’ll usually go away on their own eventually, but you can get rid of them more quickly using a wart treatment from your pharmacy.

What are verrucas?

Verrucas are a type of wart which appear on the soles of your feet. They have the exact same cause as warts, but often look different, appearing round, flat, and sometimes having tiny black dots in the centre. Like warts, verrucas will usually go away on their own, but verrucas can cause pain when you walk on them, feeling like stepping on a needle or pin, so most people use treatments to clear their verrucas up more quickly.

How will Salatac Gel treat my verruca or wart?

Once applied, Salatac Gel forms a waterproof, protective film over the affected area, helping to shield it from friction and moisture while allowing the active ingredients to penetrate deeply and work effectively.

This wart and verruca treatment is easy to use and designed for once-daily application, making it a convenient option for both adults and children. With consistent use, most warts and verrucas can be effectively treated within a few weeks.

Key Benefits:

• Fast-acting gel formula
• Clinically proven ingredients: salicylic acid and lactic acid
• Forms a protective seal for targeted treatment
• Suitable for use on warts, verrucas, corns, and calluses
• Waterproof coating allows daily activities to continue uninterrupted
• Simple, once-daily application

Salatac Gel contains two active ingredients which work together to treat warts and verrucas: salicylic acid and lactic acid. These ingredients soften the hard skin growth that makes up your wart or verruca, making it easier for you to remove it with a pumice stone or emery board. The gel also helps to kill the human papillomavirus that causes warts and verrucas, tackling the problem at the source.

Can I use this product to treat corns or calluses?

Salatac Gel can be used to treat corns or calluses as well as warts and verrucas. You won’t need to change the way you treat the affected area, just be extra careful to avoid applying this gel to normal skin around the corn or callus.

Can I use this product if I’m taking any other medication?

Salatac Gel is not currently known to affect or interact with any other medication. This means you’ll be fine to use it alongside any of your regular medications. However, if you’re at all concerned, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

How to use Salatac Gel

Before using this product, soak the affected area in warm water for 2 – 3 minutes. Dry the area thoroughly with your own towel. Remove the protective cap from the tube of gel and use the nozzle to apply a thin coating (1 – 2 drops) of Salatac Gel to the top of the wart, verruca, corn, or callus. Avoid contact with any normal skin surrounding the area. Let the gel dry to form a small white patch over the treated area.

This patch is waterproof and will stick in place without needing a plaster. The next evening, pick off the patch and reapply the Salatac Gel; do this once a day.

Once a week, you should use a pumice stone or emery board to gently rub the wart, verruca, corn or callus you’re treating. The problem area will eventually disappear, or may drop off, and you can then end the treatment. If you haven’t seen any improvement after 12 weeks, speak to your doctor or pharmacist. Do not give up on the daily treatment until at least 12 weeks have passed.

Who Should Not Use Salatac Gel?

Do not use Salatac Gel if you are allergic to salicylic acid, lactic acid, or any of the other listed ingredients in this product. This wart and verruca gel is intended for external use only. Avoid using it on broken or irritated skin, and do not apply the gel to:

• The face, eyes, lips, or mouth
• Genitals, buttocks, breasts, or underarms
• Birthmarks, moles, or warts with hair
• Any area of normal, healthy skin

Salatac Gel should only be applied directly to the wart, verruca, corn, or callus. If any gel touches healthy skin by mistake, wipe it off immediately using a tissue and rinse the area with water.

Additional Warnings and Cautions

• Do not inhale the vapour from the gel, as it may cause dizziness or light-headedness. If this happens, move to an area with fresh air immediately.
• Do not use this product if you have diabetes or suffer from poor circulation, particularly in your hands or feet.
• Avoid using Salatac Gel on children under 12 unless advised by a doctor or pharmacist.
• If you’re unsure whether the skin condition is a wart, verruca, corn or callus, consult a healthcare professional before using this treatment to ensure it is suitable for you.

Does Salatac Gel have any side effects?

Like all medications, Salatac Gel can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. If you experience any of the following side effects, stop use and speak to your doctor or pharmacist right away:

• Unacceptable discomfort or irritation
• Any serious side effects or side effects not mentioned in the patient information leaflet
• Other side effects you may experience include:
• A slight tingling sensation, which may be accompanied by some mild tenderness in the treated area. This will usually be temporary, but may cause a temporary blemish
• If you accidentally let the gel touch normal skin, you may experience irritation in the area
• Permanent damage or staining if this product comes into contact with fabrics, jewellery, metals, or polished surfaces

For more information about reporting the side effects of medication, please see the MHRA’s Yellow Card Scheme.

Can I buy Salatac Gel over the counter?

You do not need a prescription for Salatac Gel; however, you will be asked to complete a short medical questionnaire by your Health Nest pharmacist before we can take your order. This includes some simple questions that all pharmacies are legally required to ask before supplying this kind of product. This helps our pharmacy team to be sure that this product is the best choice for you.

How to store this product

Store in a cool, dry place which is below 25 degrees C. Do not use this product if the expiry date printed on the original packaging has passed. Replace the cap on the tube tightly after each use. This product is highly flammable; keep away from flames, lit cigarettes, or any other sources of ignition. Keep out of sight and reach of children.

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