Duofilm

Duofilm warnings

Please ensure to read the entire Patient Information Leaflet thoroughly for a full list of warnings and precautions associated with the use of Duofilm.

• Do not use Duofilm to treat warts on the face, genitals or anus or birthmarks or moles.
• Children between 2-12 years must be helped by an adult to use Duofilm.
• Avoid smoking or naked flames when using Duofilm as the ingredients may be flammable.

Duofilm & pregnancy

Duofilm is not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are suffering from warts and are pregnant or breastfeeding speak to a doctor or pharmacist about treatment options.

How to use Duofilm Liquid

Duofilm should be brushed onto warts and verrucas once a day, preferably after bathing. You should ensure the whole wart is covered but the healthy surrounding skin is clear, to reduce skin irritation.

It can take up to 4-8 weeks for you to notice a visible improvement to your skin but you should continue to use your Duofilm liquid for up to 12 weeks.

If your warts have not improved within 12 weeks you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist about further treatment options.

Duofilm should be applied as directed in 7 easy steps:

1. Remove any plasters covering your warts.
2. Soak warts in hot water for 5 minutes.
3. Dry the area affected by warts with your own towel*.
4. Use your own pumice stone, nail file/emery board or coarse washcloth* to carefully rub the tops of your warts.
5. Cover your warts thoroughly with Duofilm liquid using the applicator brush.
6. Leave the Duofilm to completely dry.
7. Cover your wart/s with plasters to help Duofilm get to work.

*Warts are very contagious and can spread easily to others. You should, therefore, use your own towels and products to reduce this.

For full information on how to use Duofilm, please see the Patient Information Leaflet.

Duofilm liquid is suitable for children and adults over 12 years and is used to treat warts on external skin and must be applied, using the applicator brush, directly to warts avoiding the surrounding healthy skin. If Duofilm is ingested you should speak to a doctor straight away.

Duofilm ingredients

The active substances contained within Duofilm are lactic acid 15.0% w/w and salicylic acid 16.7% w/w.

Duofilm also contains ethanol and ether as inactive ingredients.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of ingredients. You must read the Patient Information Leaflet thoroughly before using Duofilm.

Duofilm side effects

Like most medications, Duofilm can cause some people to experience unwanted side effects. For a full list of side effects please read the Patient Information Leaflet.

If you experience or are worried about severe side effects or an allergic reaction you should stop using Duofilm straight away and seek immediate support from a doctor or an emergency department.

The most common side effect experienced by people using Duofilm occurs when the liquid is applied to the surrounding healthy skin which can cause irritation and sometimes blistering.

Duofilm can also cause irritation, swelling, discolouration and pain to any site of application.