 [ Symptoms ] what is the best way to remove warts [ Disease ] most dermatologists agree that people can start with home remedies or wart removers from the drugstore “i usually advise trying at home treatments    first with salicylic acid or clear nail polish or tape or any other method that suffocates the virus ” sandra johnson md a dermatologist in fort smith ark tells webmd if you decide to use an over the counter salicylic acid or propane freezing solution be sure that you are diligent about using it follow directions closely and realize it may take several weeks to several months to remove the entire wart if your warts are causing you emotional or physical discomfort see a dermatologist who can freeze or burn the wart off or use immune boosting medicines