{"product_id":"avoca-wart-verruca-treatment-kit","title":"Avoca Wart \u0026 Verruca Treatment Kit — Silver Nitrate Caustic Pencil Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGot a Stubborn Wart or Verruca? Avoca Removes It at Home in Days\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWarts and verrucas are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) entering the skin through a small cut or abrasion. They're highly contagious and spread quickly — so the sooner you treat them, the better. The \u003cstrong\u003eAvoca Wart \u0026amp; Verruca Treatment Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you everything you need to treat them safely and effectively at home, without a doctor's visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoca uses a \u003cstrong\u003eSilver Nitrate Caustic Pencil (95% Silver Nitrate BP with 5% Potassium Nitrate BP)\u003c\/strong\u003e to chemically destroy the granulation tissue of the wart or verruca. It works by penetrating the wart tissue and breaking it down until it disappears — no cutting, no freezing, no pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAvoca Caustic Pencil\u003c\/strong\u003e — 95% Silver Nitrate in a blue recyclable plastic holder with push-on cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eEmery File\u003c\/strong\u003e — to prepare the surface of the wart before treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFull Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e — step-by-step guidance for safe and effective use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Can Treat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Common warts (hands, fingers, face)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Verrucas \/ plantar warts (soles of feet, toes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Corns and calluses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Excess granulation tissue from healing wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFile the surface of the wart gently with the emery file to remove dead skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the pencil point in \u003cstrong\u003eone drop of water for about 20 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully apply the water on the pencil tip to the \u003cstrong\u003esurface of the wart only\u003c\/strong\u003e — do not press hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to dry before contact with clothing or other surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace the cap and store dry after each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat until the wart or verruca has fully disappeared\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eFor external use only\u003c\/strong\u003e — do not use on genital warts or near eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eAvoca is caustic\u003c\/strong\u003e — avoid contact with healthy surrounding skin, clothing, and furniture as it will stain and may burn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eStaining:\u003c\/strong\u003e water containing Avoca will stain most surfaces. Stains on skin disappear within a few days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eDiabetics\u003c\/strong\u003e should consult a doctor before treating a wart or verruca\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy\/breastfeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e consult your doctor before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it painful?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoca is generally painless when used correctly. Avoid pressing too hard on the pencil tip and keep it away from healthy skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does treatment take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResults vary depending on the size and depth of the wart. Most warts respond within a few applications, but stubborn or deep verrucas may require repeated treatments over several days or weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it stain my skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — any skin touched by water containing Avoca will turn black temporarily. This fades naturally within a few days as the skin renews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on a child?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways seek pharmacist or doctor advice before using on children. The pencil is fragile — handle with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlways read the label and use strictly as directed. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your pharmacist or doctor. Our Pakuranga pharmacists are happy to help — call us on 09 577 2616.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CDC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48361829597376,"sku":"avoca313092","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0004\/7012\/2557\/files\/avoca95-600x600.jpg?v=1780528545","url":"https:\/\/pakurangapharmacy.co.nz\/products\/avoca-wart-verruca-treatment-kit","provider":"Pakuranga Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}