Cuplex gel contains the active ingredients salicylic acid and lactic acid.
Salicylic acid is a type of medicine known as a keratolytic, it works by breaking down keratin, a protein that forms part of the skin structure. This results in the shedding of skin cells from the affected area.
In the treatment of warts, verrucas calluses and corns the effect of salicylic acid is to remove the affected skin over a period of time. If successful, the new skin that grows underneath will be healthy.
This preparation also contains lactic acid, that enhances the availability of the salicylic acid by helping to breakdown the surface of the skin.
This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.
If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.
Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
There are no known interactions with other medicines.
There are many other footcare preparations available that contain salicylic acid as the main active ingredient.
These include the following:
Bazuka extra strength gel | Compound W | Duofilm | Occlusal |
Salatac Gel | Salactol Paint | Verrugon |