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CornStick

salicylic acid · CornStick is an over-the-counter drug containing salicylic acid, made by Balassa Laboratories Inc..

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Not classified
Route
Topical
Manufacturers
1

for removal of corns and calluses. relieves pain by removing corns and calluses.

Related recalls

FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient

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Active ingredients

Salicylic acid 40% (w/w)

Purpose

Corn and Callus Remover

Uses

For removal of corns and calluses. relieves pain by removing corns and calluses.

Directions

Wash affected area and dry thoroughly keeping the product off the surrounding skin, apply thin layer of product to the corn or callus cover affected area with a clean bandage repeat this procedure every 48 hours as needed for up to 14 days (until the corn or callus is removed) may soak corn in warm water for 5 minutes to assist in removal

Warnings

For external use only. Do not use if you are diabetic if you have poor circulation on irritated skin or any area that is infected or reddened Stop use and ask a doctor if discomfort occurs or condition persists Keep out of reach of children and pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Do not use

If you are diabetic if you have poor circulation on irritated skin or any area that is infected or reddened

Stop use and ask a doctor

Discomfort occurs or condition persists

Keep out of reach of children

And pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Other information

Replace cap when finished and store at room temperature

Inactive ingredients

Castor oil, D&C green 6, D&C violet 2, D&C yellow 11, menthol, paraffin, rosin, yellow wax

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Stick.4 g/gtopical1

Side effect reports to FDA

FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 52,572 reports that list salicylic acid, data through 07/30/2026

Anyone can report a problem to FDA, and a report does not mean the drug caused the problem. Reports can be duplicated or incomplete, and counts depend on how widely a drug is used. Do not stop or change a medicine because of this list. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Most often reported reactions

  • Drug ineffective13,789
  • Dry skin12,766
  • Erythema12,317
  • Acne11,763
  • Skin burning sensation11,556
  • Skin irritation7,729
  • Skin exfoliation5,758
  • Inappropriate schedule of product administration4,809
  • Rash4,766
  • Overdose3,778

To report a side effect, use FDA MedWatch.

Manufacturers and labels

1 FDA label

  • Balassa Laboratories Inc.Shown hereM030 · Label 10/01/2024 · NDC 10107-240Full label

CornStick: common questions

What is CornStick used for?
for removal of corns and calluses. relieves pain by removing corns and calluses.
Is CornStick a prescription drug?
No. CornStick is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as CornStick?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Salicylic Acid, Medicated Apricot Scrub, Oil Free Acne Wash, Salicylic Acid.
Who makes CornStick?
Balassa Laboratories Inc. lists CornStick with the FDA.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 10/01/2024 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice

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