Salicylic Acid
Duofilm is a topical brand-name medication containing salicylic acid used to treat common warts and other hyperkeratotic skin conditions like corns and calluses. It works as a keratolytic agent by softening and dissolving the excess keratin in affected skin, allowing dead tissue to be shed. This liquid formulation is applied directly to the affected area and is typically used at home under a doctor's guidance.
Duofilm is a topical salicylic acid treatment for warts and corns that works by dissolving excess skin keratin.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 49326
- Generic
- Duofilm
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treatment of common warts (verruca vulgaris), corns, and calluses caused by excessive keratin buildup on the skin.
Contains salicylic acid (typically 17%), a keratolytic agent that softens and dissolves the keratin protein in warts and thickened skin, allowing dead tissue to slough away gradually.
For topical use only; avoid contact with healthy surrounding skin. Should not be used on moles, birthmarks, warts on sensitive areas, or genital warts. Not recommended for patients with diabetes or poor circulation. May cause local skin irritation. Pregnant or nursing individuals should consult a physician before use.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy