What is Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen?
Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen is a fast, safe and effective way of removing warts and verrucas. This pen is based on the acid/liquid method of removing warts and verrucas, using trichloroacetic acid (TCA) as a chemical peel to destroy virus-infected cells, providing visible results within one week.
How to use Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen
For best results, soak the affected area in warm water for 5 minutes before applying Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen. make sure to towel dry the wart or verruca before using the product.
When using Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen for the first time, rotate the cap 360 degrees at least three times to break the inner seal. Tap the pen with the cap facing down three times on a flat solid surface, then align the blue bump on the cap with the white bump on the pen. Pull the cap from the pen and place the tip of the pen on the wart or verruca. Click the blue button once and keep the tip of the pen on the wart or verruca for 10 seconds. You should repeat this once a week until the wart has completely disappeared, for a maximum of up to 6 weeks.
How does trichloroacetic acid (TCA) treat warts & verrucas?
The active ingredient in Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen is trichloroacetic acid (TCA) gel. TCA gel works as a chemical peel, destroying virus-infected cells and causing the dead skin to peel off. After that, healthy new skin is formed.
What causes warts & verrucas?
Warts and verrucas are caused by an infection called human papillomavirus (HPV) that creates an excess amount of keratin in the top layer of the skin. Keratin is a hard protein, so the extra keratin caused by HPV produces the rough, hard texture associated with warts and verrucas.
When should this product not be used?
This product should only be used on your hands and feet. Whilst suitable for most people, you must not use Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen:
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On children under the age of 4
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On open wounds or healthy skin
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On irritated skin
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If you have diabetes or poor circulation
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor before using Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen.
Are there any side effects?
Wartner Wart & Verruca Removal Pen is unlikely to cause any significant side effects. You may experience a slight tingling and the wart might become dark. To avoid irritation or hyperpigmentation, you should protect the treated area of skin from the sun until 30 days after treatment. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Storage Information
Store in a cool, dry place, out of sight and reach of children. Once opened, use within 6 weeks.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U 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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