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1. Name Of The Medicinal Product
Scholl Corn Removal Plasters (Fabric).
2. Qualitative And Quantitative Composition
Salicylic Acid 40% w/w.
3. Pharmaceutical Form
Medicated adhesive plaster.
4. Clinical Particulars
4.1 Therapeutic Indications
For the treatment of corns on the feet.
4.2 Posology And Method Of Administration
Adults: One medicated plaster to be applied to the corn daily until the corn can be removed. Treatment to be continued for up to two weeks. No distinction is made between different categories of patient. Children: Not recommended for children under sixteen, except following a doctor's recommendation.
4.3 Contraindications
Not to be used on diabetics or those with severe circulatory disorders, except following a doctor's permission and recommendation. Not to be used by those sensitive to salicylic acid or any of the other constituents of the product. Not to be used if the corn or surrounding skin is broken or inflamed.
4.4 Special Warnings And Precautions For Use
Discontinue use and remove plaster if excessive discomfort or irritation is experienced or if sensitivity develops. Do not apply to normal skin.
4.5 Interaction With Other Medicinal Products And Other Forms Of Interaction
None stated.
4.6 Pregnancy And Lactation
Safety and use in pregnancy and during lactation has not been established.
4.7 Effects On Ability To Drive And Use Machines
None stated.
4.8 Undesirable Effects
None stated.
4.9 Overdose
None stated.
5. Pharmacological Properties
5.1 Pharmacodynamic Properties
Salicylic Acid: Keratolytic agent
5.2 Pharmacokinetic Properties
Not applicable for a topical dosage form.
5.3 Preclinical Safety Data
No other information relevant to the prescriber other than that already stated in other sections of the SPC.
6. Pharmaceutical Particulars
6.1 List Of Excipients
Polyvinyl Alkyl Ether (Low Molecular Weight); Polyvinyl Alkyl Ether (High Molecular Weight); Titanium Dioxide; Liquid Paraffin; 4,4'-thio-bis-2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol; Red Iron Oxide; Black Iron Oxide; Backing material.
6.2 Incompatibilities
Not relevant.
6.3 Shelf Life
3 years
6.4 Special Precautions For Storage
Store below 25oC.
6.5 Nature And Contents Of Container
Container: Sachet (polyvinylidene coated polypropylene film).
Plasters:
Sachet contents: 4, 6 or 8 medicated adhesive plasters mounted onto a silicone backed paper. 4, 6, or 8 cover plasters mounted onto a silicone backed paper.
Pads:
Sachet Contents: 2, 4 or 6 medicated adhesive discs mounted onto a silicone backed paper. 2, 4 or 6 twill cloth or silicone “polymer gel” cover pads with pressure sensitive adhesive mounted onto a silicone backed paper.
Outer container: polypropylene flow wrap or cardboard carton.
6.6 Special Precautions For Disposal And Other Handling
Apply medicated disc to corn fabric side uppermost. Cover with pad and fix with strap.
7. Marketing Authorisation Holder
Scholl Consumer Products Limited, Tubiton House, Oldham, OL1 3HS.
8. Marketing Authorisation Number(S)
PL 0587/5014R.
9. Date Of First Authorisation/Renewal Of The Authorisation
9th August 1990 / 9th June 2004
10. Date Of Revision Of The Text
July 2005
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