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Salicylic Acid

Removes common or plantar warts; not the same regimen as acne or psoriasis products.

Check the name, strength and form on your own prescription or package.

Brand
Compound W
Form
Topical wart-removal liquid or plaster
Guidance checked
2026-09-08

About this medication

Removes common or plantar warts; not the same regimen as acne or psoriasis products.

How to use it

Apply only to the wart using the specific label schedule. Protect surrounding skin.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Ask before use during pregnancy, breastfeeding or in young children.

Before you use it

Do not use on facial/genital warts, moles, infected skin, or with diabetes or poor circulation.

Possible side effects

Local irritation; liquids may be flammable.

When to get help

Persistent pain, marked irritation or an uncertain diagnosis needs assessment.

Other medicines and products

Do not combine local treatments without advice.

Missed doses, storage and accidental exposure

Follow your own product’s missed-dose instructions. If you are unsure, ask the Care365 clinical team before taking an extra dose. Contraceptives, injections and modified-release medicines may need a specific plan.

Keep the original packaging and follow its storage, expiry and disposal instructions. Keep medicines away from children and pets. Ask about refrigeration, after-opening limits and safe sharps disposal when relevant.

For suspected overdose or accidental swallowing, contact poison control or urgent medical care promptly. Call emergency services for breathing difficulty, collapse or a seizure.

References and product information

Sources checked .

Sources checked 2026-09-08. Safety sections are highlights; consult the full product information for complete warnings and instructions.

Check the Canadian Drug Product Database by product name or DIN for current product information.

The Pharmasist page for Salicylic Acid gives more background about this medicine. Its linked monograph may describe a different brand, strength or formulation from the one discussed here, so use the exact product and DIN on your package when checking doses and warnings.

A formulation is the form of a medicine, such as a tablet, cream or spray. Products with the same ingredient can have different directions.

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