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Carnation Verruca & Wart Remover Freeze Spray - 50ml
Carnation Verruca & Wart Remover Freeze Spray is an at-home cryotherapy spray that freezes common warts and verrucas so they fall off, with 12 applications in a 50ml can sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
Key facts
| Format | Freeze spray (aerosol) with disposable applicators |
|---|---|
| Pack | 50ml can, 12 applications |
| Propellant gases | Dimethyl ether and propane |
| Intended use | Freezing common warts and verrucas on hands and feet |
| Age | Adults and children over 4 |
| Product type | Cryotherapy device (not a medicine) |
Who it is for
- Adults with common warts on the hands.
- Adults and children over 4 with verrucas on the feet.
- People who prefer a freeze treatment to daily gels, creams or plasters.
Not suitable for: Not suitable for children under 4, people with diabetes, during pregnancy, or for use on the face, scalp, genital warts, moles, birthmarks or any other skin condition.
How to use
- Read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
- Attach a new applicator firmly to the spray nozzle.
- Follow the leaflet to charge the applicator with the freezing gas.
- Hold the applicator tip lightly on the wart or verruca for the time given in the leaflet (no longer than 30 seconds).
- Leave the skin alone; the wart or verruca usually falls off within 10 to 14 days.
- Stubborn warts or verrucas may need a second or third treatment; follow the leaflet for the waiting time between treatments.
Frequently asked questions
How many treatments are in the can?
The pack gives 12 applications, each with its own disposable applicator.
How long until the wart falls off?
Usually within 10 to 14 days of one treatment. Some need two or three treatments.
Can children use it?
Yes, from age 4. It is not suitable for children under 4.
Can I use it on my face?
No. Do not use it on the face, scalp, genitals, moles or birthmarks.
Can I use it if I am diabetic or pregnant?
No. Ask a pharmacist or GP about other options.
Safety and storage
- For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.
- Use only in a well-ventilated area.
- Pressurised container: follow all warnings printed on the can and keep away from heat and flames.
- Use each applicator once only.
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
This is a medical device for warts and verrucas. Always read the enclosed leaflet before use. If you are unsure whether a skin growth is a wart, ask a pharmacist or GP before treating it.
