How Does Scholl Corn Removal Plasters Work?

Dr. Scholl's Corn Removal Plasters have a targeted action for the effective removal of corns. The embedded discs contain salicylic acid, a keratolytic agent which breaks down and removes corns. The Dr. Scholl's Disc System helps protect surrounding healthy skin. Plasters protect from rubbing and reduce pressure for immediate pain relief.

Instructions for use:

1. Soak the corn in warm water for 5 minutes before application. Clean and dry skin before use, ensuring targeted area is free of creams and oils.

2. Remove the release liner and apply the plaster with the embedded salicylic acid disc centrally over the corn, ensuring the edges are well smoothed down.

3. Leave in place until it starts to detach. After maximum 48 hours, remove the plaster.

4. Soak the affected area in warm water for 5 minutes before removing loosened skin.

Repeat as necessary for up to 14 days.

Precautions

Skin damage will occur if the healthy skin comes in contact with salicylic acid. Protective plaster contains 40% salicylic acid.

For external use only, shouldn't be swallowed and shouldn't be used in vicinity of the eyes nor in deep wounds with narrow openings.

Dispose carefully in a manner preventing cross-contamination.

Keep out of reach of children.

Contraindications

Do not use if you are diabetic or hypersensitive to salicylic acid or suffer from poor blood circulation.

Pregnant women and children: only use with doctor approval.

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