Bells Corn & Callus Ointment
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Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment carefully to get the best results from it.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
• You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.
• If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in the leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment is and what it is used for
2. Before you use Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment
3. How to use Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment
6. Further information
If you accidentally swallow Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment, seek medical advice.
IF THIS PRODUCT COMES INTO CONTACT WITH DRESSINGS AND CLOTHING THE FABRIC CAN BE EASILY IGNITED WITH A NAKED FLAME. YOU SHOULD KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT.
Like all medicines, Bell's Corn and Callus Ointment may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
These may include
• Allergic (hypersensitive) reactions; symptoms can include swelling, feeling of itchiness, changes in heart rate and a shortness of breath. If you experience any of these symptoms you should seek immediate medical attention.
• Skin rashes.
• Dermatitis; symptoms can include red, blistered, inflamed, dry and cracked skin.
If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment is applied to the feet to aid in the removal of painful corns, calluses and hard skin.
Do not use:
• If you are allergic to Salicylic Acid or any of the other ingredients. (see section 6 for full list of ingredients).
• If you are allergic to painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and other NSAID's.
• If you are asthmatic.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
• Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment can be used when you are pregnant or breast-feeding, but do not use it for long periods of time.
• You should ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
• Store in the original container.
• Do not use after the expiry date stated on the label.
• Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
Bell's Corn & Callus Ointment is a topical ointment for external use only.
Adults and children:
Apply to the affected small areas of the feet at bedtime and cover if necessary.
Wash feet next morning in warm to hot water.
Do not use on broken skin.
Avoid healthy tissue.
Wash hands after use.
What Bell's Corn and Callus Ointment contains:
• The active ingredient is: Salicylic Acid BP 12.5% w/w.
• The other ingredients are: Maize Starch, Liquid Paraffin, Chlorophyll Oil Soluble and Yellow Soft Paraffin.
What Bell's Corn and Callus Ointment looks like and the contents of the pack.
• Bell's Corn and Callus Ointment is an ointment.
• It is supplied in a 25g glass jar with a plastic screw cap.
Marketing Authorisation holder and manufacturer:
Bell, Sons & Co (Druggists) Ltd
Gifford House
Slaidburn Crescent
Southport
Merseyside
PR9 9Al England
UK Product Licence No: PL03105/0084 C73-0310 Ver A Revised March 2010.
