Frequently asked questions
About Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen
Can I let the area I have treated get wet?
Yes. You can shower and swim after treatment with Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen.
What should I do if I’m not sure whether a lump is a wart or not?
Always consult your doctor if you’re not sure whether the condition is a wart or a verruca.
Are there other types of warts?
Yes, apart from common warts, a range of wart types have been identified, varying in shape and site affected, as well as the type of human papillomavirus involved. These include:
Common warts (Verruca vulgaris): These are discrete, flesh-coloured papules, with a rough surface. They may be single or multiple and occasionally can be quite large. They are most common on the hands, but may occur anywhere. They are usually relatively easy to treat.
Plantar warts (Verruca, Verruca pedis): These are discrete and only just raised, having a roughened surface. They can occur on the palm but usually found on the sole, where they penetrate deeply because of the pressure of the body weight and are most difficult to treat. They may be quite painful and can interfere with walking. Minute haemorrhages may occur within them due to trombosed capillaries, which is visible by multiple black specks in the centre. They are usually found on pressure points on the soles of the feet.
Plane warts (Verruca plana): These are small, smooth flattened warts, flesh-coloured, which can occur in large numbers. They can occur everywhere, bust most particularly on the face, neck, hands, wrists and knees. They are quite frequently misdiagnosed, particularly on the face. They often occur in lines corresponding to a scratch or other such trauma.
Filiform or digitate wart: A thread or finger like wart, most common on the face, especially near the eyelids and lips.
Genital wart (venereal wart, Condyloma acuminatum, Verruca acuminata): They occur on the genital area.
Mosaic wart: A group of tightly clustered plantar-type warts, commonly on the hands or soles of the feet.
Periungual wart: A cauliflower-like cluster of warts that occurs around the nails.
NB. WARTNER WART & VERRUCA REMOVER AND THE WARTNER VERRUCA & WART REMOVAL PEN are not to be used to treat any other type of warts other than common warts and verrucas.What do common warts and verrucas look like?
Common warts are recognizable by the rough, “cauliflower-like” appearance of their surface. They are most commonly found on the hands, knees and elbows.
Verrucas are the same as common warts but only appear on the sole of the foot, or the bottom of toes. Verrucas tend to be flatter and are often painful due to the pressure caused by walking.
Is a Medical Device less efficient than a Medicine?
Medical devices for prevention and treatment of diseases are typically as or more effective than traditional medicines, because they work directly on the root cause and/or location of the problem. For example medical devices are used nowadays to provide superior relief to patients suffering from chronic pain due to cancer.
What is a Medical Device? What’s the difference vs a medicine?
A medical device is typically a product that works on or inside the human body, with either temporary or permanent impact, and is aimed at prevention, diagnosis, monitoring or treatment of diseases.
The key difference versus traditional medicines is that a medical device works primarily mechanically as opposed to pharmacologically, i.e. it works alongside or with your body versus affecting the chemistry of human cells.
Nowadays medical devices are used for alleviating and treating many severe and chronic diseases of the heart, brain, bladder, digestive tract etc. with superior efficacy to traditional therapy based on chemical molecules. This is because they typically work directly where your body needs help.
Where can I buy Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen?
You can buy the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen at your local pharmacy.
Who manufactures the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen?
The Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen is manufactured by medical brands, Veembroederhof 96, 1019 HC Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Can I let the area I have treated get wet?
Yes. You can shower and swim after treatment with the Wartner Wart Pen.
What is the best way to take care of the area I’ve treated?
Make sure that the area stays clean. Do not pick at or scratch it. TCA treated skin may become hard (dead skin cells forming a callus). Thick skin can be carefully removed using a file during a bath or shower.
In order to protect healthy skin around the treated wart, white petrolatum cream can be applied, or a plaster can be used.
If the treated wart or verruca is on the exposed/frequently used spot (like fingertip, joint or sole of foot), the treated area can be protected with a plaster.
What should I do if the wart doesn’t disappear after 4 weeks?
If the wart or verruca doesn’t significantly decrease in size after 4 weeks, please consult your doctor.
How quickly will the wart or verruca disappear?
The wart or verruca may disappear from the first week. On average, it takes between 1 to 4 weeks before the wart or the verruca disappears.
Can the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen be used by pregnant women?
Yes, the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen can be used by pregnant and breast-feeding women. However, consult a doctor before use.
Is it dangerous to use Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen to treat children under four?
Do not use Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen to treat children under the age of four.
Can the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen be used to treat children?
The Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen is suitable for children over the age of four.
Who can use Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen?
The Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen may be used by most adults. You can also use the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen to remove warts and verrucas on children over the age of four, but the treatment must be carried out by an adult. If you are diabetic, pregnant and/or breast-feeding, please consult a doctor before using Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen.
What should I do if the side-effects do not disappear?
Always consult a doctor if the stinging sensation does not disappear or if other complications occur through using Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen.
How serious are the various side-effects?
- The appearance of a blister: this blister will disappear as soon as the wart or verruca falls off the skin. New skin will already have formed under the blister.
- Discomfort during use: a stinging sensation may occur when the gel formulation is left on the skin. This stinging sensation will fade within 10-15 minutes after application.
- Scars and nerve damage: this will only occur from careless use caused by not following the instructions on the information leaflet. Never use Wartner Wart Pen Wart Pen on healthy tissue, as TCA is a highly corrosive agent that will damage normal skin.
- In case the wart is very small and the treatment is maintained too long or too frequent, TCA may cause peeling of the deeper layers of the skin. If that occurs, the treatment should be immediately stopped. Thanks to natural regenerative properties of the skin- this damage is not permanent- a new & healthy skin will form instead.
Are there any side-effects from using Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen
There are a number of possible side-effects:
- Using the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen may cause some discomfort (transient tingling, burning sensation). In case of small warts, there is higher chance of wounding or discomfort. Therefore the application should be limited to 1 time a day.
- Always use the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen very carefully and accurately. If you’re not careful, scars and minor skin damage may occur.
Will successfully treated common warts or verrucas return?
A successfully treated wart or verruca usually means that it has been removed permanently. The body’s immune system will normally purge any remaining traces.
How do I use the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen?
When the Wartner Pen is used for the first time, it is necessary to fully turn the dial on the top of the pen clockwise several times to load the gel into the brush tip until the first drop is visible. Multiple turns might be needed as the gel is stored at the top of the Pen (to avoid leakage prior to first treatment).
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Hold the pen vertically with the brush tip facing downwards. Slowly turn/click the dial on the top of the Pen clockwise to dispense the gel. |
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Allow the gel to flow into the brush tip for 3 to 5 seconds |
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Carefully apply the dispensed gel only on the wart or verruca (not on healthy skin surrounding it) |
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Let the gel dry for 10-15 minutes before putting on clothes or shoes.The Wartner Pen formula is very concentrated and only one drop is needed per application. Carefully cover the entire surface of the wart (or verruca) and not the healthy skin surrounding it. Once the treatment is completed, carefully clean the pen with a tissue before storage. |
2 ADDITIONAL STEPS FOR VERRUCAS for optimal preparation and after-treatment
PRIOR TO THE TREATMENT First, soak the foot in warm water for 5 minutes and then rub the callous carefully with a file (widely available for purchase) to expose the verruca. Dry it thoroughly so there is no water/moisture between the wart and the Wartner TCA gel. Do not apply the TCA gel when the skin is bleeding or broken. A file not included. STEP 1-4 Same as for removal of warts as above. Once treatment is complete, carefully clean the Wartner Pen with a tissue before storage. AFTER TREATMENT |
After applying the TCA gel and let it dry for 10-15 minutes, you could experience some discomfort when pressure or friction occurs on the treated area. You may find it helpful to protect the sensitive area with a comfort plaster which is widely available for purchase. Comfort pads not included. |
How often may I use Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen Pen?
The Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen Pen should be applied twice daily for 4 days. After this treatment of 4 days, the skin will peel off over the next 4 days. You can carefully remove the peeling skin under lukewarm water. After the treatment, new skin (free from warts or verrucas) will form. The wart or verruca may disappear from the first week of treatment. If the wart or verruca does not disappear completely, repeat the treatment after a break of 4 days. You can repeat this treatment schedule up to 4 times.
If the wart (or verruca) is small (size of a needle point), only apply the gel once a day
How long should I leave the gel on the wart?
It depends on the size of the wart or verruca (see instruction leaflet). Usually, 10 to 15 minutes is enough for the TCA to be absorbed on the wart.
How many times should I turn the twist-and-turn wheel before the first drop of TCA is released?
When the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen is used for the first time, it is necessary to fully turn the dial on the top of the pen clockwise to load the gel into the brush tip until the first drop is visible. Several full turns might be needed as the gel is stored at the top of the Pen (to avoid leakage prior to first treatment)
Do not turn the dial more than the amount of times necessary to release 1 drop of formulation, as this may result in over-dispensing of TCA and smearing on normal skin, which might cause severe irritation of the area.
Is the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen difficult to apply?
No, the Wartner Pen should be applied with precision, but it’s not difficult. The information leaflet explains exactly how you should apply Wartner Pen.
Will I get a scar from using the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen?
If you correctly follow all the directions in the instruction leaflet, using the Wartner Pen will not result in scarring. It is important to use the product exactly as instructed as overexposure to the formula could cause temporary burning, temporary pain, mild temporary ulceration and temporary discoloration of surrounding skin.
Does TCA acid work faster than Salicylic Acid?
Yes, TCA gel results in an ongoing peeling off and faster removal of the wart/verruca. Works 3 times faster then conventional liquids and gels and is effective from just 7 days.
- When applied, the TCA peeling effect appears immediately. The peeling effect remains longer after application compared to other acid treatments
- The effects (keratinisation and peeling off the skin) are visible soon after the first round of treatment (4 days with 2 daily applications).
- SPCs of traditional OTC wart & verruca treatments based on salicylic acid tend to indicate daily usage and a treatment time of up to 12 weeks.
- According to a pooled-analysis of 16 different clinical trials assessing the efficacy of salicylic acid treatments, the mean cure rate with salicylic acid treatment for removal of warts is 52%. In the same pooled analysis, it is recommended for trials to follow-up at a period of 12 weeks.
- Another controlled trial assessing the efficacy on warts of a treatment with salicylic acid (40%) applied during 13 weeks showed a cure rate of 24%, wheareas Wartner Wart Pen offers a complete removal up to 65% of treated warts & verrucas only after 4 weeks.
How does TCA gel work compared to salicylic acid?
TCA gel is an effective acid for a convenient and fast removal of warts & verrucas
| Salicylic acid | TCA gel | |
| Treatment period | 8 to 12 weeks | Effective from the first week |
| Suitable for children | Certain references | Yes |
| Acid concentration | ++ | +++ |
| Applicator | Brushes/tubes | Pen |
| Form | Mostly liquid | Gel |
| Systemic effects | Can have systemic effect, or can cause blood coagulation | No effect on blood coagulation |
- TCA is scientifically proven to have a long lasting peeling effect on the wart, which allows a continuous action on the wart. It destroys the HPV virus.
- The pH rate of TCA= 1.9 whereas salicylic acid has a pH rate of 2.4, which means that TCA is a stronger acid than salicylic acid.
- Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen is in gel format while salicylic acid compositions are generally in liquid form. The gel combined with the innovative applicator allows a more precise application on the affected spot without too much invasion of the healthy skin around it.
What clinical data do we have?
In today’s market place of the UK/Europe, acid based products are using salicylic acid as an active ingredient. These products form an acid layer that induces the chemical peeling of the wart tissue. Typically, salicylic acid products require constant renewal of the application. SPCs of these products tends to always indicate a treatment time up to 12 weeks with daily usage.
Contrary to today’s market standards, the new Wartner Wart Pen uses TCA (trichloroacetic acid) as active ingredient. TCA is recognized to be a stronger acid (more corrosive & higher concentration in the pen itself) making the peel off action of the wart tissue ongoing, resulting in a faster removal of the wart/verruca.
Pilot clinical study:
Tested in a self assessed study, 55% of people assessed had a complete removal of their wart/verruca in just 1 week, clearly indicating that first visible results are reached within the first treatment period of 4 days.
Full clinical study based on Dermatology standards:
A in-vivo clinical study based on dermatology standards (expert assessed) has been performed to assess the efficacy of the Wartner Pen. Up to 65% of all warts treated with the Wartner Pen was removed after just 4 weeks, and the first effects (keratinisation and peeling off of skin) were already visible after the first week of treatment. These results are superior to the scientific literature on conventional liquids and gels which indicate a treatment time of about 12 weeks (as per SPCs) resulting in wart/verruca removal in 52% of patients tested.
Product satisfaction questionnaire:
A product satisfaction questionnaire was included assessing product compatibility, convenience & efficacy. Main highlights:
- 89% of patients tested were (very) satisfied with the convenience of the Pen
- 94% of patients tested were (very) satisfied with the efficacy of the Pen
- 82% of all patients tested prefer Wartner Wart Pen over their current treatment
Is Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen safe to use?
Yes, the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen is safe to use if you follow the instructions carefully; however we do not advise use on children under the age of four.
It is CE marked and classified as a Medical Device, which conforms to European guidelines (Council Directive 93/42/EEC amended by 2007/47/EC). The Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen has been assessed by several scientific and medical experts as being a safe method for the removal of warts and verrucas.
Will using Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen hurt?
TCA is a corrosive agent and causes skin peeling within 10-15 minutes. Large amount of TCA gel might cause a slight tingling sensation that should disappear quickly.
If applied on the thin, damaged or sensitive skin, TCA may cause burning or a painful sensation – but the sensation is transient and should disappear within few minutes. If painful sensation persists the excess of the gel should be immediately cleaned out with water.
How does the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen work?
The Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen is a medical device for treatment of common warts and verrucas. The pen applicator contains a new highly concentrated wart & verruca removal gel based on the traditional acid method.
The TCA gel eliminates warts or verrucas by topical chemical eradication action. The gel induces the peeling of the keratotic tissue of the wart (or verruca) and allows the destruction of the causative virus. After wart (or verruca) desquamation, the skin will regenerate.
What are the components of the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen treatment?
Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen contains a gel formulation based on Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) in a easy to use pen applicator with a twist-and-turn mechanism to dispense the correct amount of gel to be applied on the wart (or verruca).
When should the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen NOT be used?
Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen may not be used in the following cases:
- For removing warts on the face or on the genitals;
- For treating skin conditions with signs of inflammation;
- For removing dark moles, dark-colored, hairy or otherwise unusual looking skin conditions which resemble warts;
- For removing warts on children under the age of four.
- If the common wart or verruca is located in a sensitive area with thin skin (e.g. the face, neck, armpits, chin, breast) or on genital warts.
- If the nearby or affected skin is inflamed.
- If you are not certain that the skin condition you are treating is a common wart or verruca.
- Consult a doctor if you are diabetic.
- Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Where can I buy Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover?
You can buy Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover at your local pharmacy or supermarket.
Who makes Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover?
Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover is manufactured by Omega Teknika – First Floor, Block A, The Crescent Building, Northwood Office Park, Dublin 9, Ireland, and is distributed by Omega Pharma by its local affiliates.
Is Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover harmful to the environment?
No. Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover doesn’t harm the environment.
Can I let the area I’ve treated get wet?
Yes. You can shower and swim after treatment with Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover.
What is the best way to take care of the area I’ve treated?
Make sure that the area stays clean. Do not pick at or scratch it. Protect blisters with an adhesive plaster and do not puncture them.
What is the difference between the liquid nitrogen method at the doctor’s surgery and a treatment with Wart & Verruca Remover?
The liquid nitrogen that your doctor uses has a much lower temperature than Wart & Verruca Remover. As a result, the Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover is less painful but just as effective.
Why should I use the Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover if I can also go to the doctor for the same wart treatment?
The Wart & Verruca Remover has a number of important advantages. It saves time and is easy to use. You no longer have to wait at the doctor’s surgery. The liquid nitrogen that your doctor uses has a much lower temperature than Wart & Verruca Remover. As a result, the Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover is less painful but just as effective.
What should I do if it doesn’t disappear after three treatments with Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover ?
If the wart or verruca doesn’t disappear after three treatments, you should go to your doctor.
What should I do if the wart doesn’t disappear after 14 days?
If the wart or verruca doesn’t disappear after 14 days, you can treat it again. You can treat each wart or verruca with Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover a maximum of three times, with a 2-week interval between each treatment.
How quickly will the wart or verruca disappear?
It takes approximately 10-14 days for the wart or verruca to disappear.
Can Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover be used by pregnant women?
No. Do not use Wart & Verruca Remover if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Is it dangerous to use Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover to treat children under four?
We do not recommend the use of Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover to treat children under the age of four.
Can Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover be used to treat children?
Yes, Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover is suitable for children over the age of four.
Who can use Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover?
Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover may be used by most adults. You can also use Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover to remove warts and verrucas on children over the age of four, but the treatment must be carried out by an adult.
What should I do if the side-effects do not disappear?
Always consult a doctor if the stinging sensation does not disappear or if other complications occur through using Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover.
How serious are the various side-effects?
- White coloration of the skin: as soon as you press the foam applicator onto the problem area, the skin turns white. This discoloration quickly decreases as soon as the foam applicator is removed.
- The appearance of a blister: this blister will disappear as soon as the wart or verruca falls off the skin. New skin will already have formed under the blister.
- Discomfort during use: a stinging sensation may occur when the foam applicator is pressed onto the skin. This stinging sensation quickly fades once the foam applicator is removed.
- Local tissue death: this will only occur during deep freezing of the skin. Therefore, never hold the foam applicator on a wart for more than 20 seconds (40 seconds for verrucas)
- Scars and nerve damage: this will only occur from careless use caused by not following the instructions on the information leaflet. Never hold the foam applicator on the wart for more than 20 seconds (40 seconds for verrucas) to ensure that there is no deep freezing and therefore no damage.
Are there any side-effects from using Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover?
There are a number of possible side-effects:
- As with all freezing methods, the skin may turn white temporarily.
- A blister develops under the wart, but this is part of the treatment and is harmless.
- Using Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover may cause some discomfort.
- Applying the foam applicator to the wart or verruca for too long may lead to local tissue death. You should therefore follow the instructions carefully and apply the treatment for the time specified based on the size of the wart or verruca.
- Always use Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover very carefully and accurately. If you’re not careful, scars and nerve damage may occur.
When should I not use Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover?
- If you are diabetic.
- If you are pregnant.
- If the common wart or verruca is located in a sensitive area with thin skin (e.g. the face, neck, armpits, chin, breast) or on genital warts.
- If the nearby or affected skin is inflamed.
- If you are not certain that the skin condition you are treating is a common wart or verruca.
- Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover should not be used on children under the age of four.
Will successfully treated common warts or verrucas return?
A successfully treated wart or verruca usually means that it has been removed permanently. The body’s immune system will normally purge any remaining traces.
I’ve tried Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover once, but nothing happened, what do I do next?
For old or persistent warts or verrucas, two or three applications maybe required. To help with treatment, remove the top layer of skin with a pumice stone or emery board; this will expose the core. Treat each wart or verruca with a 2-week interval between treatments. Consult your doctor if there is no improvement after three treatments.
How often may I use Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover?
Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover may be used up to 3 times per wart or verruca. You should leave a 2-week interval between treatments.
How many warts or verrucas may I treat per hand or foot simultaneously?
Only one per hand or foot may be treated by Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover at a time.
How often may I use the foam applicator?
Each foam applicator may be used only once and should then be discarded to avoid spreading the virus.
How long can I apply the cold foam applicator to a wart or verruca?
Warts: (max.) 20 sec.
Verrucas: (max.) 40 sec.
Should I press the cold foam applicator onto the wart or verruca immediately?
No. After pressing the foam applicator into the valve for 3 seconds, 20 seconds need to be waited before application on skin. This waiting period allows the gas on the foam applicator to reduce even further in temperature, resulting in the most effective therapeutic temperature for a fast and convenient removal of the wart/verruca.
How long should I press on the valve?
You press the valve down firmly for three seconds.
Is Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover difficult to apply?
No. Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover should be applied with precision, but it’s not difficult. The information leaflet explains exactly how you should apply Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover.
If I have more than one common wart or verruca, can I treat them all at once?
No, if you have several common warts or verrucas in the same area, treat only one at a time. Treat each remaining wart or verruca separately with a 2-week interval between treatments.
Will I get a scar from using Wartner Wart & Veruca Remover?
If you follow all the directions in the instruction leaflet correctly, using Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover will not result in scarring. Skin discoloration may occasionally occur, but will disappear over time.
What are the most important parameters for an effective treatment based on Cryotherapy?
- Temperature of the application
- Contact time on skin
When should Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover not be used?
- Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover may not be used for:
- removing warts on the face or the genitals;
- skin conditions with signs of inflammation;
- dark moles, dark-colored, hairy or otherwise unusual looking skin conditions which resemble warts;
- warts on children under the age of four.
Is Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover safe to use?
Yes, Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover is safe to use if you follow the instructions carefully; however we do not advise use on children under the age of four.
It is CE marked and classified as a Class II A Medical Device, which conforms to European guidelines (Council Directive 93/42/EEC). Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover has been assessed by several scientific and medical experts as being a safe method for the removal of warts and verrucas: “Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover meets all lawful requirements which serve to guarantee consumer safety”. Mr J Sleumer – Laboratory Manager Eurofill -Zaandam, TheNetherlands
Dermatologists confirm Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover’s safety: “The effectiveness of Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover is comparable to that of the classic technique (Liquid Nitrogen = doctor’s method) in every respect, and the freezing effect it has is similar to that obtained by Liquid Nitrogen, perhaps a little slower (20″ application instead of 3″ application), which I think is safer and less painfull” Dr J M Gray – Dermatologist – Paris, France
“The expert opinion is that Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover freezing liquid can be applied by patients themselves, and therefore sold to the public freely” Dr I H Boersma – Dermatologist – Albert Schweizer Hospital – Zwijndrecht, The Netherlands
Will using Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover hurt?
Freezing the skin may lead to a slight aching, stinging sensation that may cause some discomfort. This will pass quickly, leaving a small blister under the treated area.
How does Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover work?
Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover works in a similar way to the liquid nitrogen freezing method used by GPs. The freezing agent is applied to the foam applicator; you then freeze the wart or verruca by applying the saturated foam applicator for a few seconds. As a result of this freezing, the growth should fall off after about 10-14 days. Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover is not harmful to the environment.
What components make up the Wart & Verruca Remover treatment?
Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover contains an aerosol can with a mixture of dimethyl ether and propane, an applicator holder and foam applicators and a file to remove calloused skin on top of the verruca prior to the treatment.
How serious are the various side-effects?
Discomfort during use: a stinging sensation may occur when the gel formulation is left on the skin. This stinging sensation will fade within 10-15 minutes after application.
Scars and nerve damage: this will only occur from careless use caused by not following the instructions on the information leaflet. Never use the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen on healthy tissue, as TCA is a highly corrosive agent that will damage normal skin.
In case the wart is very small and the treatment is maintained too long or too frequent, TCA may cause peeling of the deeper layers of the skin. If that occurs, the treatment should be immediately stopped. Thanks to natural regenerative properties of the skin this damage is not permanent, and new & healthy skin will form.
When should the Wartner Corn Pen NOT be used?
Wartner Corn Pen may not be used in the following cases:
- For treating skin conditions with signs of inflammation;
- For removing dark moles, dark-colored, hairy or otherwise unusual looking skin conditions which resemble corns;
- On children under the age of four.
- If the nearby or affected skin is inflamed.
- If you are not certain that the skin condition you are treating is a corn or persistent callus.
- Consult a doctor if you are diabetic.
- Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
What are the components of the Wartner Corn Pen?
The Wartner Corn Pen contains a gel formulation based on trichloroacetic acid (TCA). It comes with a easy to use pen applicator with a twist-and-turn mechanism to dispense the correct amount of gel to be applied on the corn (or callus).
Is the Wartner Corn & Callus Pen difficult to use?
No. The Wartner Corn Pen should be used with precision, but it’s not difficult. The information leaflet explains exactly how you should use the Wartner Corn Pen.
How do I use Wartner Corn & Callus Pen?
When the Corn Pen is used for the first time, it is necessary to fully turn the dial on the top of the pen clockwise to load the gel into the brush tip until the first drop is visible. Multiple turns might be needed as the gel is stored at the top of the Pen (to avoid leakage prior to first treatment).
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Hold the pen vertically with the brush tip facing downwards. Slowly turn/click the dial on the top of the Pen clockwise to dispense the gel. |
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Allow the gel to flow into the brush tip for 3 to 5 seconds |
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Carefully apply the dispensed gel only on the corn or callus (not on healthy skin surrounding it) |
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Let the gel dry for 10-15 minutes before putting on clothes or shoes. The Wartner Corn & Callus Pen formula is very concentrated and only one drop is needed per application. Carefully cover the entire surface of the corn or callus and not the healthy skin surrounding it. Once the treatment is completed, carefully clean the pen with a tissue before storage. |
How often may I use the Wartner Corn & Callus Removal Pen?
The Wartner Corn & Callus Pen should be applied once daily for 4 days. After this treatment of 4 days, the skin will peel off over the next 4 days. You can carefully remove the peeling skin under lukewarm water. After the treatment, new skin (free from corns or calluses) will form. You can repeat this treatment schedule up to 4 times.
Is it dangerous to use the Wartner Corn Pen to treat children under four?
We do not recommend the use of Wartner Corn Pen to treat children under the age of four.
Can the Wartner Corn & Callus Pen be used by pregnant women?
Yes, the Wartner Corn Pen can be used by pregnant and breast-feeding women. However, consult a doctor before use.
Can the Wartner Corn & Callus Pen be used to treat children?
The Wartner Corn Pen is suitable for children over the age of four.
Can I let the area treated get wet?
Yes. You can shower and swim after treatment with the Wartner Corn & Callus Pen.
Who manufactures the Wartner Corn & Callus Pen?
The Wartner Corn & Caluus Pen is manufactured by medical brands, Veembroederhof 96, 1019 HC Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Where can I buy the Wartner Corn & Callus Pen?
You can buy the Wartner Corn & Callus Pen at your local pharmacy, Chemist or Grocer.
What is a corn or persistent callus?
A callus (or callosity) is an especially toughened area of the skin which has become relatively thick and hard in response to repeated friction, pressure, or other irritation.
How is it different to the Wartner Verruca & Wart Removal Pen?
- Lower concentration of TCA gel: The Corn & Callus Pen contains TCA gel of less concentration compared to the Verruca & Wart Pen. The TCA gel induces a peeling of the skin. As this occurs, the thickened skin or corn will disappear and new healthy skin will form.
- Bigger pen containing 4ml of gel
- When used, apply only once a day
- In a pilot study, 85% of people assessed had complete removal of their corn or callus in just 1 week, clearly indicating that visible results are seen within the first treatment period of 4 days.
What is a Medical Device? What’s the difference vs. a medicine?
A medical device is typically a product that works on or inside the human body, delivering either temporary or permanent impact, and is aimed at prevention, diagnosis, monitoring or treatment of diseases.
The key difference versus traditional medicines is that a medical device primarily works mechanically as opposed to pharmacologically, i.e. it works alongside or with your body versus affecting chemistry of the human cells. In general medical devices are used for alleviating and treating severe and chronic diseases of the heart, brain, bladder, digestive tract etc. with superior efficacy to traditional treatments using chemical molecules. This is because they typically work directly where your body needs help.
Is a Medical Device less efficient than a Medicine?
Medical devices for prevention and treatment of diseases are typically as or more effective than traditional medicines, because they work directly on the root cause and/or location of the problem. For example medical devices are used nowadays to provide relief to patients suffering from chronicle pain due to cancer.
How to apply Wartner Wart & Verruca Remover?
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AFTER TREATMENT
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Hold the blue end of the foam applicator between the thumb and index finger and squeeze until a small opening appears. Slide the opening of the foam applicator onto the stick of the applicator holder until the stick is no longer visible. |
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Hold the aerosol can in an upright position, away from your body and from incandescent flames, heat, direct sunlight and any electrical sources. Place the applicator holder with the foam applicator in the opening on the top of the aerosol can so that the foam applicator is no longer visible. Holding the aerosol can with one hand at the bottom, firmly press down the applicator holder with the other hand for 3 seconds (count from 21 to 23). You will hear a hissing sound whilst pressing. Remove the applicator holder with the foam applicator from the valve. The foam applicator is saturated with cold liquid and condensation will form. This condensation is harmless. |
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After saturation of the foam applicator, wait for 20 sec before topical application in order to further reduce application temperature and thus ensuring better efficacy. |
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After the 20 seconds waiting time, push the applicator holder with the foam applicator lightly on the wart (or verruca).
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2 ADDITIONAL STEPS FOR VERRUCAS for optimal preparation and after treatment
PRIOR TO THE TREATMENT First, soak the foot in warm water for 5 minutes and afterwards rub the callous with a file to expose the verruca. STEPS 1-4 |
See above. Same as for removal of warts |
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After applying for 40 seconds, you could experience some discomfort when pressure or friction occurs on the treated area. You may find it it helpful to protect the sensitive area with a comfort plaster which is widely available for purchase. Comfort pads are not included with Wartner. |