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Compound W (SALICYLIC ACID)

Compound W (SALICYLIC ACID) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Compound W; Generic name: SALICYLIC ACID; Manufacturer: Medtech Products Inc..

Brand nameCompound W
Generic nameSALICYLIC ACID
ManufacturerMedtech Products Inc.
Used forUse for the removal of common and plantar warts the common wart is easily recognized by the rough “cauliflower-like” appearance on the surface the plantar wart is recognized by its location only on the bottom of the foot, its tenderness, and the interruption of the footprint pattern
DosageDirections wash affected area may soak wart in warm water for 5 minutes dry area thoroughly by squeezing tube gently, apply one drop at a time to sufficiently cover each wart let dry repeat this procedure once or twice daily as needed (until wart is removed) for up to 12 weeks
WarningsWarnings For external use only. Flammable. Keep away from fire and flame. Do not use on irritated skin or on any area that is infected or reddened on moles, birthmarks, warts with hair growing from them, genital warts or warts on the face or mucous membranes if you have diabetes or poor blood circulation When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If product gets into the eye, flush with water for 15 minutes. avoid inhaling vapors cap tightly and store at room temperature away from heat Sto
Active ingredient(s)Active ingredient Salicylic acid 17% w/w
RouteTOPICAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0b25a21a-d843-49f7-a2cc-11958fd66ac4

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