Mollu Dab Mollu Dab is an external treatment for Molluscum contagiosum, suitable for adults & children from 2 years of age. Traditionally, GPs have taken the approach to do nothing when treating Molluscum contagiosum, as the condition often disappears within 12-18 months of its own accord. New Mollu Dab helps to kill the virus which causes it & gets rid of the bumps after just 1-5 weeks. It does not cause pain or scarring. Mollu Dab contains 5% potassium hydroxide & is applied directly to the bumps to break down the skin cells which encase the virus, allowing the immune system to recognise the virus & respond to it, which happens in after around 4-6 days of treatment. After this, the skin begins healing & the lesions disappear. Molluscum Contagiosum Tips Molluscum contagiosum thrives under warm & damp conditions, so keep the skin clean & dry. Try & avoid sharing the affected person's towels, clothing, facecloths, bed linen & toys to avoid spreading the condition. Those affected should be dissuaded from scratching the bumps & certainly from squeezing them as this can promote spread to other areas of skin not yet affected. In children with the condition, thorough hand washing should be encouraged to remove the virus from the hands. Affected children do not need to stay away from school (or equally, adults, from work). For adults, shaving on the affected areas should be avoided. Also, if the ano-genital area is affected, refrain from sexual contact until you have seen a healthcare professional.