Description
Indications
Cantharone Plus Liquid is indicated for the removal of warts, particularly those that are plantar, resistant, and heavily keratinized.
Cantharone Plus Liquid contains a mixture of three wart removers: cantharidin, salicylic acid, and podophyllin.
The precise mechanism of these agents remains unknown. However, salicylic acid is believed to eliminate wart virus-infected epithelial cells through its keratolytic activity, while podophyllin is thought to cause tissue destruction with its acidic properties. On the other hand, cantharidin is believed to exfoliate the wart tumor by its vesicant properties.
Uses and Dosage
Cantharone Plus Liquid is a high-potency wart remover and must only be applied by a healthcare professional.
The dispensing or prescribing of Cantharone Plus Liquid to patients is not recommended, given its toxicity and potential for misuse.
Ingesting this substance can be fatal as it is poisonous. Please note that Cantharone Plus Liquid should only be used externally.
Side Effects
Listed below are the potential adverse effects of Cantharone Plus Liquid. Inform your doctor right away if any of these symptoms continue or worsen.
Common Side Effects
- Blistering
Serious Side Effects
- Severe skin irritation
Call your doctor and ask for immediate medical help if serious side effects occur.
Allergic Reactions
In rare cases, Cantharone Plus Liquid may trigger a serious allergic response. Get immediate medical attention if you observe any indications of an allergic reaction, such as:
- Rash
- Hives
- Itching
- Wheezing
- Tightness in the chest or throat
- Difficulty breathing, swallowing, or talking
- Unusual hoarseness
- Red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever)
- Swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat
This list does not cover all side effects of Cantharone Plus Liquid. Tell your doctor if other side effects occur during the treatment.
Cautions
Before starting treatment with Cantharone Plus Liquid, inform your doctor if you have any known allergies, particularly to cantharidin, salicylic acid, podophyllin, or to any of its inactive ingredients.
Tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions before receiving Cantharone Plus Liquid:
- Swelling or irritation around the wart area
- Circulation problems
- Diabetes
- High blood sugar levels
Cantharone Plus Liquid should not be applied on areas of the skin with birthmarks, moles, bleeding warts, or warts displaying hair growth.
Cantharone Plus Liquid is not recommended for use by pregnant or breastfeeding women.