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PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA

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PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA belongs to the class of medication called ‘antiinfectives’ used to treat genital warts. It is used to treat warts on the foreskin of the penis in men and on the vagina in women. A wart is a small, fleshy bump on the skin or mucous membrane. Various strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) cause warts. Warts can spread from one body part to another and from person to person.

PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is a combination medicine that contains Podophyllotoxin, Benzoic acid, and Aloe vera. Podophyllotoxin is a mitotoxic agent. It doesn’t destroy the virus but can prevent the wart cells from dividing and increasing in their numbers. This effect allows the new skin cells to grow in the affected area. Benzoic acid has antimicrobial properties. It helps in reducing the infection and promotes skin healing. Aloe vera has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to soothe skin and aid in wound healing.

PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is available in the form of a topical solution (skin only). You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA may cause side effects such as wearing away of the upper layers of the skin, irritation, redness, itching, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor immediately.

Do not use PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA if you are allergic to any contents of it. It is not recommended to use PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA on broken or bleeding skin and warts more than 4 centimetres in size (approximately the size of a postal stamp). PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 12 years of age.  PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA may not interact with alcohol. PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA may not affect your ability to drive.

Uses of PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA

Genital warts

Medicinal Benefits

PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is a combination medicine comprising Podophyllotoxin, Benzoic acid, and Aloe vera. Podophyllotoxin is a mitotoxic agent. It doesn’t destroy the virus that is causing warts but prevents the wart cells from dividing and increasing in their numbers. This effect allows the new skin cells to grow in the affected area. Benzoic acid has antimicrobial properties. It helps in reducing the infection and promotes skin healing. Aloe vera has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to soothe skin and aid in wound healing. Together, PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA can effectively treat warts.

Directions for Use

Topical solution: Gently rinse the affected area with saline or water before applying PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA. Pat the skin and dry it with a clean cotton towel. You should apply PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA on the affected area using an applicator and should use a new applicator for each use. Dip the loop of the applicator into the solution for small and separate warts, or use the spatula side of the applicator for large warts (less than 4 cm in size) or lots of small warts in the same area. Apply the solution to the affected area and let it dry. Wash your hands before and after using PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA. Close the lid of the container tightly after use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA

  • Wearing away of the upper layers of the skin
  • Skin irritation
  • Redness
  • Itching
  • Burning sensation

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is not recommended for use on damaged and bleeding skin and warts more than 4 cm in size. Do not use PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA on warts inside the penis, vagina, or anus. Make sure the PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA solution doesn’t get into the eyes or healthy skin. If the medicine accidentally enters the eyes, rinse with water thoroughly and consult a doctor. Don’t put a bandage or plaster over the treated area. PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is not recommended for pregnant women, so ask your doctor for reliable contraception to prevent pregnancy while using this medicine. PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA has flammable nature, so avoid smoking or stay away from open flames when you have applied this solution.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA may interact with a topical steroid (hydrocortisone), medicines used to treat heart diseases (digoxin and digitoxin), water pill (furosemide), and anticoagulant (acenocoumarol).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA should not be used in patients with bleeding warts, diabetes, and poor blood circulation.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • DIGOXIN
  • DIGITOXIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • Safety Advice

    • Safety Warning

      Alcohol

      safe if prescribed

      PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA may not interact with alcohol. However, consumption of alcohol may interfere with your ability to fight infections.

    • Safety Warning

      Pregnancy

      unsafe

      PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

    • Safety Warning

      Breast Feeding

      unsafe

      PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is not recommended for use in breastfeeding. However, if clinically needed, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding while using this medicine.

    • Safety Warning

      Driving

      safe if prescribed

      PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA may not affect your ability to drive.

    • Safety Warning

      Liver

      safe if prescribed

      PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is considered safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.

    • Safety Warning

      Kidney

      safe if prescribed

      PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is considered safe to be used in patients with kidney disease.

    • Safety Warning

      Children

      unsafe

      PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

    Habit Forming

    No

    Diet & Lifestyle Advise

    • Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths. Avoid using harsh products on your skin.
    • Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
    • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
    • Prefer saltwater baths (two handfuls of plain salt per bath, twice daily) as they can help to soothe and heal the genital area during treatment.
    • Avoid sexual contact as it may lead to skin friction and delay healing.

    Special Advise

    • Your doctor may perform tests to detect sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) when you have genital warts.
    • Warts are highly contagious, so avoid sexual contact until the completion of the therapy.

    Patients Concern

    Disease/Condition Glossary

    Genital warts: It is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The virus infects the moist parts of the genital area. Warts appear as small, flesh-coloured swellings in the genital area. Other symptoms include itching and bleeding during sexual intercourse. In women, warts are usually seen on the vulva, the wall of the vagina, and the area between the vagina and the anus. In men, warts are seen on the tip of the penis, the scrotum, and the anus. The risk factors of warts have multiple sexual partners, having unprotected sex with a partner whose sexual history is unknown, and having a weak immune system. Vaccination against the HPV virus can prevent warts.

    FAQs

    PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA consists of Podophyllotoxin, Benzoic acid, and Aloe vera. Podophyllotoxin is a mitotoxic agent and prevents the wart cells from dividing and increasing in their numbers. This effect allows the new skin cells to grow in the affected area. Benzoic acid has antimicrobial properties. It helps in reducing the infection and promotes skin healing. Aloe vera has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to soothe skin and aid in wound healing. Together, PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA can effectively treat warts.

    Do not apply the PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA solution on normal skin or eyes. Do not wear a bandage or plaster in the treated area. It is not safe to use PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA on pregnant women, so ask your doctor for reliable contraception to prevent pregnancy while using this medicine. Please avoid open flames and smoking while using this medicine, as it is highly flammable.

    PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is usually taken for three days and stopped for four days. Your doctor might advise you to repeat this cycle (3 days on and four days off) until the warts are healed. However, if warts don’t improve within four weeks of treatment, inform your doctor immediately.

    PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA is usually well-tolerated and may cause side effects that are mild and temporary. The side effects include wearing away the upper layers of the skin, irritation, redness, itching, and burning sensation at the application site.

    Patients with diabetes have weak immune systems and experience delayed wound healing. So, using PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA may create an artificial wound in the treated area, making it difficult to heal. So, PODOPHYLLOTOXIN+BENZOIC ACID+ALOE VERA should not be used in patients with diabetes unless prescribed by your doctor.

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