CARNATION VERRUCA CAPS, TESCO MEDICATED VERRUCA TREATMENT

Posology One medicated dressing is applied over the affected area with the well filled with paste over the verruca, Paediatric population Treatment suitable for children over 6 years. Children under 6 years are advised to consult their doctor prior to treatment.

Elderly Adults over 50 years are advised to consult a doctor prior to treatment. Method of administration Apply the medicated dressing to the verruca with the well filled with paste over the verruca. Retain in place for 2 days then remove.

Ensure any loose skin is gently scrapped away and the area is cleaned and dried. Reapply a fresh medicated dressing. Repeat the procedure over an 8 day period. Apply a protective plaster dressing to the area to prevent infection and to allow healing.

If the verruca is still present after four weeks, repeat the treatment.

g. heel or ball of foot. A localised irritant reaction may occur if applied to normal skin surrounding the verruca. This may be controlled by temporarily discontinuing use and by carefully applying only to the verruca when the treatment is resumed.

Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. uk/yellowcard.

4 Special Warnings and Special Precautions for Use Dressing should be removed if excess discomfort felt, or if patient is sensitised to dressing adhesive or central medication. Verrucas are uncommon in patients over 50 years. The incidence of ischaemia in this group is much higher, which-can result in lesions and growths being mistaken for plantar warts.

Patients over 50 years should consult a doctor before use. Not to be used if patient has incipient gangrene.

Not to be used by diabetics or patients with severe circulatory disorders, except following a doctor’s permission or recommendation. Do not use if the verruca or surrounding skin is inflamed or broken Do not apply to normal skin or use for any other purpose.

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