What is Peditech ActiFreeze Wart and Verruca Remover?
Peditech ActiFreeze is an effective wart and verruca removal treatment. It has been developed from freezing methods that have been used by doctors, but can be used in the comfort of your home. The remover is simple, quick and safe to use and can be used to check warts and verrucas on both adults and children. The ActiFreeze formula is released in a safe, measured dose and only takes 10 seconds to apply, for a quick and easy solution for warts and verrucas.
What are verrucas and warts?
Verrucas and warts are small lumps that form on the skin and are a very common skin complaint that most people will experience at some point in their lives. Both warts and verrucas are usually harmless but can be unsightly or cause slight discomfort.
Verrucas
Verrucas (also known as plantar warts) are small warts that occur on the soles of the feet. They are caused by a contagious infection known as human papilloma virus (HPV) which causes the skin to over-grow and thicken creating a growth. Verrucas often grow on the weightbearing areas of the foot and can vary in size, from a few millimetres to more than a centimetre. They have a rough appearance with small black dots in the centre and can cause some discomfort when weight is placed upon them.
Warts
Warts are small lumps of tougher skin that often develop on the hands and feet. They can vary in appearance and may appear individually or in clusters. They are non-cancerous, but can resemble certain types of cancers so it can be important to get them checked by a doctor if you are unsure. Warts tend to affect children and teenagers more than adults. Common warts are firm to touch and usually are round or oval shaped. The surface is usually rough and irregular - similar to the texture of a cauliflower and they tend to develop on the knuckles, fingers and knees.
What causes verrucas and warts?
Both verrucas and warts are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) which is contagious and spreads from contaminated surfaces or through close skin contact. It’s common to catch them in places such as communal showers, changing rooms and floors around swimming pools.
You can prevent catching warts and verrucas by:
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Washing your hands after touching a wart or verruca
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Change your socks daily if you have a verruca
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Cover warts and verrucas with a plaster when swimming
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Take care not to cut a wart when shaving
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Avoid sharing towels, flannels, socks or shoes if you have a wart or verruca
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Do not bite your nails or touch your mouth if your fingers have warts
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Do not walk barefoot in public places if you have a verruca
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Avoid scratching or picking a wart
How does ActiFreeze Verruca and Wart Remover work?
Peditech Actifreeze has been designed to be simple, precise and safe to ensure a quick and easy removal of verrucas and warts. The specially designed cap precisely encloses the wart or verruca and freezes it to the core which isolates it from the surrounding healthy tissue. There is no pre-assembly required to use the product and the whole process takes just 10 seconds to administer. The freezing formula is released in a safe, pre-measured dose so there is no chance of over-applying the product or damaging the healthy skin surrounding the wart or verruca. The application process doesn’t require any contact with hands, which prevents spreading the infection. Peditech ActiFreeze’s patented design minimises the cold shock which can be experienced with freezing treatments, therefore avoiding unnecessary discomfort and ensures that this product is suitable for children, as well as adults. Each Peditech ActiFreeze contains 15 applications and is suitable for ages 4+.
How to use Peditech ActiFreeze
Removing verrucas and warts with Peditech ActiFreeze can be achieved in 3 simple steps:
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Place ActiFreeze over the wart or the verruca
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Press down 3 times and hold for 10 seconds
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Remove ActiFreeze
After 10-14 days, the wart or verruca should gradually disappear or fall off and leave behind new, healthy skin.
Warnings
Ensure you follow the instructions correctly to prevent damage to the top layer of the skin which can cause possible nerve damage or scarring. The removal process may result in white patches appearing on treated skin, which is caused by the skin’s pigmentation and will gradually disappear after treatment. If you experience any inflammation or complications whilst using this product, discontinue use and seek medical advice.
When NOT to use this product
Do NOT use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this product (see ingredients tab for full list) or:
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To treat children under the age of 4
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To treat people with diabetes or circulatory disorders
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If the skin is irritated or inflamed
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IF you are not sure that the skin complaint is a wart or a verruca
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On delicate skin, such as the face, neck, armpits, breasts and buttocks
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On birthmarks, moles, beauty spots or any other skin conditions
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In combination with other treatments
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Without consulting your doctor, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have any concerns regarding treatment
Important Information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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