Bazuka Gel | 5g

Description

Who is it Suitable For?

• Adults, the elderly and children aged 2 years and over.
• Children under 12 should be treated by an adult.
• Not suitable for infants under 2 years, or for people with diabetes or poor peripheral circulation.

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

• Salicylic Acid (12.0% w/w) – keratolytic agent that breaks down thickened, infected skin.
• Lactic Acid (4.0% w/w) – softens and helps dissolve the outer layers of skin.
• Inactive ingredients: Flexible collodion, camphor, pyroxylin, ethanol, ethyl acetate.

How to Use / Dosage Instructions

Dosage by age group:

• Adults and children aged 2+: Apply once daily to the affected area only.

Administration:

1. Soak the affected area in warm water for 2–3 minutes.
2. Dry thoroughly with your own towel.
3. Apply one or two drops of gel directly onto the wart, verruca, corn or callus, avoiding surrounding skin.
4. Allow to dry – a protective film forms.
5. Each evening, peel or pick off the dried gel patch.
6. Once a week, gently rub the area with an emery board or pumice stone before re-application.

Duration of use:

• Continue until the lesion disappears, or for up to 12 weeks.

Possible Side Effects

• Common: Mild irritation, redness, or a stinging sensation at the application site.
• Rare: Severe skin irritation, swelling, or allergic reaction.
• Discontinue if excessive irritation occurs.

Warnings and Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to salicylic acid, lactic acid, or excipients.
• Avoid use on face, armpits, breasts, bottom or genital areas.
• Do not use on moles, birthmarks, or unusual skin lesions.
• Not for use in patients with diabetes or poor blood circulation.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding:

• Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use.

Driving and machinery:

• No effect expected.

Interactions with Other Medicines

• No significant systemic interactions.
• Avoid applying other topical treatments on the same area unless advised by a doctor.

When to Consult a Pharmacist or Doctor

• If diagnosis is uncertain.
• If skin looks abnormal or worsens.
• If treated area becomes infected, painful or excessively inflamed.
• If lesions do not improve after 12 weeks of continuous use.

Storage Information

• Store below 25°C.
• Keep tightly closed when not in use.
• Keep away from naked flames – flammable.
• Keep out of reach of children.

FAQs

1. Can I swim while using Bazuka Gel?
   Yes, once dried it forms a water-resistant film, reducing infection spread.
2. Can it be used on more than one verruca?
   Yes, but apply carefully to each lesion individually.
3. Is it safe if I am lactose intolerant?
   Yes, lactic acid in Bazuka Gel is not related to lactose intolerance.
4. Can I use it if I’m intolerant to aspirin?
   Yes, Bazuka Gel contains salicylic acid, which is different from aspirin.
5. Can I use it on warts with hairs?
   No – consult your GP, as this may need specialist assessment.

Brand

Bazuka