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How do you apply topical salicylic acid?
Apply a small amount of medicine to the affected area and rub in gently. If using the pads, wash the affected skin with a mild cleanser, then pat dry. Wipe the pad gently onto the skin to apply the medication, usually 1 to 3 times a day or as directed by your doctor. Wash hands after use.
Is Duofilm good for skin tags?
There are no specifically licensed over-the-counter remedies and patients should be advised not to use salicylic acid based wart treatments on skin tags because these can damage the skin, causing scarring. (Although unlicensed for the treatment of skin tags, some patients have used Wartner in an effort to remove them.)
What happens if you leave imiquimod on too long?
Using too much imiquimod topical or using it for too long can increase your risk of severe skin reactions. Do not use two different forms of imiquimod topical on the same treatment area. Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine.
How do I know when a wart is completely killed?
The wart may swell or throb. The skin on the wart may turn black in the first 1 to 2 days, which might signal that the skin cells in the wart are dying. The wart might fall off within 1 to 2 weeks.
Can salicylic acid damage your skin?
Although salicylic acid is considered safe overall, it may cause skin irritation when first starting. It may also remove too much oil, resulting in dryness and potential irritation. Other potential side effects include: skin tingling or stinging.
Does salicylic acid turn skin white?
Yes, this is normal. Salicylic acid (the active ingredient in Compound W) is a keratolytic agent and works by peeling off the outer layers of the skin. This can look unsightly and by all means cover it but it is not entirely necessary.
Anyone who wants to try should first protect the skin surrounding the tag by applying petroleum jelly or coconut oil to it. Next, soak a Q-tip in iodine and spread the liquid across the tag. Cover the area with a bandage until the iodine has dried. Repeat this treatment twice a day until the tag drops off.
Does imiquimod damage healthy skin?
Within 3 to 5 days, the skin treated with imiquimod cream can get red and sore. Even normal looking skin may be affected, because it may contain invisibly abnormal cells. The skin may weep, peel, crack or even blister and then scab over.
Does imiquimod lower your immune system?
Imiquimod works on the immune system to help the body fight viruses that cause warts. It does not destroy the viruses directly.
Can you pull out a wart?
Don’t rub, scratch, or pick at the wart. Doing so could spread the virus to another part of your body or cause the wart to become infected.
Can you cut warts off with nail clippers?
Don’t pick at warts or try to peel them off, as this will only spread the virus. Have separate nail clippers for healthy and infected areas. Try not to shave over warts.