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May 27, 2012

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Podofilox Topical Solution Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Podofilox Topical Solution Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Podofilox (podofilox) Topical Solution 0.5% is indicated for the topical treatment of external genital warts (Condyloma acuminatum).This product is not indicated in the treatment of perianal or mucous membrane warts (see PRECAUTIONS).

Diagnosis
Although genital warts have a characteristic appearance,histopathologic confirmation should be obtained if there is any doubt of the diagnosis.Differentiating warts from squamous cell carcinoma (so-called †Bowenoid papulosis†) is of particular concern. Squamous cell carcinoma may also be associated with human...

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What is Podofilox Topical Solution Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Podofilox Topical Solution Consumer Information: Uses

Podofilox solution is used to treat warts on the outside of the genitals. It stops the growth of the wart and the wart eventually falls off. Podofilox belongs to a group of drugs called antimitotics.

OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This medication may also be used to tre...

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