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Treatment of warts by keratolysisKeratolysis is the removal of dead surface skin cells and is a treatment for several types of wart. The most common keratolytic treatment of warts available over-the-counter involve salicylic acid. These products are readily available at most drugstores and supermarkets. There are typically two types of products: adhesive pads treated with salicylic acid, or a bottle of concentrated salicylic acid. Removing a wart with this method requires a strict regimen of cleaning the area, applying the salicylic acid, and removing the dead skin with a pumice stone or emery board. It may take up to 12 weeks to remove a stubborn wart. Additional recommended knowledge
FormulationsSome formulations are:
The amount of salicylic acid reaching the wart varies substantially depending on the formulation used .Molecular basis of therapeutic effect
ComplicationsSome cases of allergic contact dermatitis have been observed when using collodion formulations . This was found to be due to colophony in the collodion.References
Categories: Dermatology | Keratolytics |
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