Scholl Verruca & Wart Complete Treatment Pen 2ml

Description

Scholl Verruca & Wart Complete Treatment Pen is a 2ml pen with a precision tip that applies a blue TCA-Active gel to verrucas and warts on the hands and feet, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).

Key facts

Format	Gel in a one-click applicator pen
Pack	1 pen, 2ml
Key ingredient	TCA-Active (based on trichloroacetic acid)
Suitable from	4 years (an adult must apply it to children)
Treatment course	4 days, with visible results in about 1 week
Shelf life after opening	6 months

Who it is for

Adults with a common wart or verruca on the hands or feet.
Children aged 4 and over, with the gel applied by an adult.

Not suitable for: Not suitable for people with diabetes or poor blood circulation, on broken skin, or on moles, skin tags, freckles, dark patches, water warts or seborrhoeic keratosis.

How to use

Read the instructions for use in the pack thoroughly before you start, and handle the pen with care.
Hold the pen upright and press the button until the gel appears at the tip.
Apply one drop of the blue gel to the wart or verruca only, avoiding the healthy skin around it.
Let the gel dry for 10 to 15 minutes.
Follow the 4-day treatment schedule in the instructions. If treating several warts for the first time, try the gel on one wart first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the pen treat?

Common warts and verrucas on the hands and feet only.

Can children use it?

Yes, from 4 years old. An adult must apply the gel to the child.

How long does the treatment take?

The course runs over 4 days and Scholl states visible results in about 1 week.

What if the gel touches healthy skin?

Wash the area straight away with plenty of soap and water to avoid irritation or a burning feeling.

Can I use it if I am pregnant or diabetic?

Do not use it if you have diabetes or poor circulation. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a skin disease, speak to your GP or pharmacist first.

Safety and storage

Contains a corrosive acid. Apply to the wart or verruca only.
For use on hands and feet only. Do not use on broken skin or if you are unsure whether the lesion is a wart or verruca.
Do not use if you are hypersensitive to any ingredient.
Store in the original pack at 15-25°C. Use within 6 months of opening and before the expiry date.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

This is a self-care medical device. Always read the instructions for use. If you are unsure about a skin growth, or it bleeds, changes or spreads, ask your pharmacist or GP before treating it.