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Avoca Wart & Verruca 40% Caustic Pencil Treatment
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Avoca Wart & Verruca 40% Caustic Pencil Treatment
Product Description
Avoca Wart & Verruca 40% Caustic Pencil Treatment is a targeted topical treatment designed to help remove common warts and verrucas on the hands and feet. Each caustic pencil contains silver nitrate (40% w/w) with potassium nitrate, providing a precise cauterising action that destroys unwanted tissue on the surface of the wart or verruca. The pencil format allows controlled application directly to the affected area, helping to minimise contact with healthy surrounding skin. As the treated tissue is destroyed, it darkens and can be gently filed away, revealing healthy skin beneath over time.Key Features & Benefits
- Contains 40% w/w silver nitrate for effective cauterisation of warts and verrucas.
- Precision pencil format for targeted application.
- Suitable for common warts and verrucas on hands and feet.
- Helps reduce discomfort and speed up removal of stubborn lesions when used as directed.
How It Works
Silver nitrate acts as a caustic agent. When activated with a small amount of clean water, it releases silver ions that chemically cauterise the superficial layers of the wart or verruca. This controlled destruction of tissue helps eliminate virus-infected skin cells so that healthy skin can regrow.Important Advice
This product description does not replace the full patient information leaflet supplied with the medicine. Always read the leaflet carefully before use and follow the directions provided by your pharmacist or healthcare professional.Dosage & Directions for Use
For external use only. Always follow the instructions on the packaging and patient information leaflet.
- Clean and thoroughly dry the affected area.
- Place a single drop of clean water on a clean, non-absorbent surface.
- Moisten the tip of the Avoca pencil by gently rolling it in the drop of water for about 20 seconds.
- Protect the surrounding healthy skin with a thin layer of petroleum jelly to minimise irritation and staining.
- Gently touch the moistened tip to the wart or verruca surface only. Do not rub and do not apply excessive pressure.
Ensure only the lesion is treated. - Allow the treated area to dry completely before it touches other skin, clothing, or surfaces.
- After 24 hours, the darkened (blackened) surface may be gently filed with an emery board if advised.
Recommended Course
- Warts: Apply once daily for up to 3 consecutive days.
- Verrucas: Apply once daily for up to 6 consecutive days.
If the wart or verruca persists after the recommended course, or if you are unsure about the diagnosis, consult
your doctor or pharmacist before repeating treatment.
Warnings & Precautions
- Do not use if you are allergic to silver nitrate, potassium nitrate, or any of the ingredients.
- For use on common warts and verrucas only. Do not use on moles, birthmarks, or any undiagnosed skin lesions.
- Do not use near the eyes, on the face, on genital warts, or on other sensitive areas.
- Do not apply to broken, inflamed, infected, or irritated skin.
- Avoca is caustic and may cause burns if misused. Avoid contact with healthy surrounding skin.
- Silver nitrate will stain skin, nails, clothing, and many surfaces black or brown; some stains may be permanent.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- If accidental contact with eyes or mucous membranes occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice. - If swallowed, seek urgent medical attention immediately and show the product packaging or leaflet.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any existing medical conditions, ask your doctor or pharmacist
for advice before use. - Stop using and consult a healthcare professional if severe pain, excessive irritation, bleeding, ulceration,
or any unexpected reaction occurs.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Silver Nitrate (40% w/w)
Other ingredient: Potassium Nitrate
Storage
- Store in the original container to protect from light and moisture.
- Do not use after the expiry date shown on the pack.
- Dispose of used or expired pencils safely; follow local pharmacy advice.
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