Suitable for

Adults and children of 15 years and over

 

Age Restriction Purchasing this product online is only suitable for those aged 16 years and over. If you are under 16 years of age and wish to purchase this product, please speak with a pharmacist in store.

How to use

Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.

Patient Information Leaflets are updated periodically by the manufacturer.

• Wash and thoroughly dry the affected area.


• Remove the plaster from the backing and place the medicated centre of the plaster over the corn.


• Wrap the self adhesive straps around the toe to secure.

Adults and children of 15 years and over:

Apply one plaster every two days, until the corn can easily be removed.
For use on the skin only.
Do not use on children under 15 years, unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not use more than 5 plasters on each corn, or treat more than 3 corns at a time.

If symptoms do not go away, talk to your chiropodist or doctor.

Hazards and Cautions

Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children

Before you use this medicine
Boots Corn Removal Plasters contain arachis oil (peanut oil). If you are allergic to peanut or soya, do not use this medicine.

Do not use:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients.


• If you have diabetes or severe circulatory problems, unless your doctor tells you to.


• If you are using other corn removal medicines.


• On inflamed or broken skin.


• On normal skin, or for anything other than corn removal.


• During pregnancy, except for short-term treatment of a small single corn. Oral forms (e.g. tablets) of salicylic acid can cause adverse effects in your unborn baby. It is not known if the same risks apply to this product when it is used on corns

Talk to your chiropodist or doctor:

• If you are under 15 years.


• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby.

Possible side effects:
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some.

If you get any of these side effects, stop using the plaster.

• Allergic reaction (skin rash, red or itchy skin).


• Severe discomfort or irritation.

If you get any of the following side effects see your pharmacist or doctor:

• Mild discomfort, soreness.

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed here (and also on the carton). You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.


Storage

Do not store above 30°C. Store away from direct sources of heat and humidity.

Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.

This is a medicine;

• Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.


• Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

Active ingredients

Salicylic Acid

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Each plaster contains Salicylic Acid 40% w/w.

Also contains: Arachis Oil (peanut oil), yellow beeswax, partially hydrogenated wood resin, vegetable triglyceride, red paste (containing sunset yellow (E110), ponceau 4R (E124)).