GP and surgeon, Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) provides a simple explanation of the medication below:

'Salatac Gel is a topical medication used for the management of warts, corns and calluses around the body. '.

If you think Salatac Gel is a treatment that can help you, start an online consultation now for a registered prescriber to review. If treatment is deemed suitable, they can prescribe it, and we can deliver it to you from the comfort of your own home with a range of convenient delivery and payment options for you to choose from. If you have any questions about a medication, you should always consult your doctor with any questions prior to starting treatment, to ensure that it is safe and suitable for you.

Salatac Gel is a topical medication that is used to treat skin conditions such as warts, verrucas, corns and calluses. These conditions all affect the skin differently, although they are all usually caused by a virus. 

Salatac Gel contains two active ingredients, salicylic acid and lactic acid. These two ingredients work together to help combat numerous skin conditions. They help to soften hard skin which makes it easier to remove skin conditions. They also kill viruses that cause verrucas and warts. 

You should always follow instructions given to you by your healthcare provider to ensure that you are using Salatac Gel correctly. To get the best results you should use the medication once a day, usually in the evening, until your condition has disappeared.

The correct dosage of Salatac Gel will depend on the specific condition and the instructions given to you by your healthcare provider. Usually, you should apply the directly to your condition once a day in the evening until your wart, verruca, corn or callus has gone. 

Salatac Gel is suitable for treating warts, verrucas, corns and calluses in adults, children and the elderly. 

Salactol Gel is not suitable for some people. The gel should not be used on certain areas of the body including the face, armpits, breasts, bottom, or genitals. It should also not be used on moles, birthmarks or warts with hair growing out of them. Salatac Gel should not be used by people with diabetes or by those that suffer from poor circulation in the hands or feet.

Salatac Gel can be used by women that are pregnant, or by women that are trying to conceive a child. 

Yes, Salatac Gel can be used by women who are breastfeeding or women who are thinking about breastfeeding whilst using the medication. It is important to note that this gel should not be applied to the breasts. 

This product is not known to interact with or interfere with any other medications. If you are concerned you may wish to speak to a healthcare professional for further advice. 

As with other medications, Salatac Gel can cause some users to experience some side effects. The most common side effects include:

• Tingling or tenderness in the treatment area
• Temporary blemishes on the skin
• Irritation to healthy skin if misapplied

You should make sure to read the patient information leaflet included with your medication to ensure that you are aware of the warnings associated with Salatac Gel. Take special care with this product if you are not sure if your condition is suitable. Also, you should make sure not to apply this medication to the healthy skin around a skin condition, especially on the delicate skin of a child.

You can purchase Salatac Gel online from UK Meds which will be delivered directly to your door.