Podophyllotoxin
Information about Podophyllotoxin
Podophyllotoxin Uses
Podophyllotoxin is used in the treatment of genital warts.
How Podophyllotoxin works
Podophyllotoxin is an anti tumor medicine. It works by inhibiting cell growth, and destroys the tissues locally.
Common side effects of Podophyllotoxin
Skin erosion, Burning sensation, Application site itching, Erythema (skin redness)
Available Medicine for Podophyllotoxin
Expert advice for Podophyllotoxin
- Podophyllotoxin helps treat genital warts.
- Apply it directly to the warts twice a day for three days.
- Before each application, wash the affected parts with soap and water and dry well.
- Avoid getting the solution on healthy, broken, bleeding or inflamed skin. In case of accidental exposure wash the affected area well with soap and water.
- If your warts have not improved after three days of treatment, consult your doctor.