Podofilox topical

Generic name: Podofilox Topical
Brand names: Condylox
Drug class: Topical keratolytics

Usage of Podofilox topical

Podofilox prevents the growth of certain types of cells.

Podofilox topical (for the skin) is used to treat genital warts that appear on the outside of the body, but podofilox topical is not a cure for genital warts.

Podofilox topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Podofilox topical side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Wash off the medicine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious skin reaction such as severe itching, burning, oozing, bleeding, or skin changes where the medicine is applied.

Common side effects of podofilox topical may include:

mild skin irritation (pain, swelling, burning, redness, itching, tingling, blisters, crusting, dryness, peeling) where the medicine was applied;

headache, dizziness;

sleep problems (insomnia);

unpleasant skin odor;

vomiting; or

pain during sex.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Podofilox topical

You should not use podofilox topical if you are allergic to it.

Do not use podofilox topical on any warts or skin growths that have not been checked by your doctor.

It is not known whether podofilox topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.

It is not known whether podofilox topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.

Podofilox topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

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How to use Podofilox topical

Usual Adult Dose for Condylomata Acuminata:

Solution or gel: Apply topically twice daily for 3 consecutive days, then discontinue for 4 consecutive days.Duration: The cycle may be repeated until there is no visible wart tissue or for a maximum of four cycles.

Warnings

Do not use this medication on any warts or skin growths that have not been checked by your doctor.

What other drugs will affect Podofilox topical

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied podofilox. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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