Indications |
Topical/Cutaneous Anogenital warts Adult: On a wkly basis, apply 15% (Indian podophyllum) or up to 25% solution (American podophyllum) on the warts, leave for 1-6 hr then wash off. If there is no improvement after 6 wk, stop treatment. Alternatively, apply 0.5% alcoholic gel or 0.15% cream bid for 3 days but do not wash off. Repeat wkly for up to 5 wk. |
Contraindications |
Hypersensitivity; pregnancy; lactation; child. |
Warnings / Precautions |
Avoid excessive application. Avoid contact with eyes and inflamed skin. Not to be used on cervical or urethral warts. |
Adverse Reactions |
Irritating to the eyes and mucous membranes; GI disturbances; thrombocytopenia, leucopenia; renal failure; hepatotoxicity; CNS effects; EEG changes; peripheral and autonomic neuropathies; local reactions. |
Mechanism of Actions |
Podophyllotoxin has an antimitotic action and is used mainly as a topical treatment for anogenital warts. |
ATC Classification |
D06BB04 - podophyllotoxin ; Belongs to the class of topical antivirals used in the treatment of dermatological diseases. |
Available As |
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Podophyllotoxin
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Podophyllotoxin Containing Brands
Podophyllotoxin is used in following diseases
Drug - Drug Interactions of Podophyllotoxin
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