Best OTC Choices in Wart Removers

Warts can often be treated at home, through the use of over-the-counter wart removal products, which often contain salicylic acid and are available as patches, ointments, pads and liquids. Here are Money’s picks for the best over-the-counter wart removers.

The selections were identified by drugs.com, using a methodology that combines expert assessment with analysis of online reviews, ratings and other customer data.

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Medication
Active Ingredients
Important Points
#7
Bazuka Gel Wart Remover Salicylic acid
  • Applied once a day
  • Forms protective barrier
  • Water-resistant
#1
Compound W Wart Remover Gel Salicylic acid
  • Not for people with diabetes
  • Appled once or twice daily for up to 12 weeks
  • Can cause skin discoloration
#6
Curad Mediplast Corn & Callus & Wart Salicylic acid
  • Can cut pad to fit
  • Contains natural rubber
  • Not for people with diabetes
  • Must reapply new pad every 48 hours
#3
Dr. Scholl's Clear Away Wart Remover Salicylic acid
  • Cushions skin
  • Bandages
  • Hydrogel design
#2
Dr. Scholl's Freeze Away Wart Remover Dimethyl ether Propane
  • Applied for 10 seconds
  • Safe for people 4 years and older
  • Removes common and plantar warts
#4
Duofilm Liquid Salicylic Acid Wart Remover Salicylic acid
  • Not for people with diabetes
  • Appled once or twice daily for up to 12 weeks
  • Liquid
#8
Walgreens Maximum Strength Liquid Wart Remover Salicylic acid
  • Applied once or twice daily for up to 12 weeks
  • Not for people with diabetes
  • Flammable
#5
Wartner Wart Removal Pen Trichloroacetic acid
  • Applied for 10 seconds
  • Cryogenic wart remover
  • Safe for people 4 years and older
  • Ready-to-use pen
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