podofilox topical

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Pronunciation: poe DOF il lox

Brand: Condylox

What is the most important information I should know about podofilox topical?


What is podofilox topical?

Podofilox prevents the growth of certain types of cells.


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

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using podofilox topical?

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

Do not use this medicine 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.

How should I use podofilox topical?


Your healthcare provider may show you how to apply this medicine at home.

Using more of this medicine will not make it work better, and may increase side effects.

This medicine is usually applied in the morning and evening for 3 days in a row, followed by 4 days of not using the medicine. This 7-day treatment cycle should be repeated up to 4 times, or until you can no longer see any signs of wart tissue.

Wash your hands before applying podofilox topical. Also wash the skin area to be treated, and allow it to dry completely before applying the medicine.

Apply podofilox topical using the cotton applicator provided or with your finger. Apply the medicine only to the wart tissue and avoid getting it on healthy skin. If the genital wart is in a skin fold, spread the skin apart and apply the medicine. Allow the treated skin to dry before releasing the skin fold.

Wash your hands again after applying podofilox topical.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 treatment cycles.

Podofilox topical is not a cure for genital warts and it may not keep you from spreading this condition to others through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. You may develop new lesions during treatment with podofilox topical. For best results, keep using the medicine for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor.


Podofilox topical gel is flammable. Do not use it near high heat or open flame, or while you are smoking.

What happens if I miss a dose?


What happens if I overdose?



What should I avoid while using podofilox topical?

Do not have sex on the days you apply podofilox topical.


Avoid having unprotected sex. Podofilox is not a cure for genital warts, and it will not protect against sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, HIV, syphilis, and trichomoniasis. Talk with your doctor about safe ways to prevent transmission of disease during sex.

What are the possible side effects of podofilox topical?



Common side effects 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.


What other drugs will affect podofilox topical?


Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about podofilox topical.



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