Podowart Paint
Manufacturer
A. Menarini India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Podophyllum resin (20% w/v) + Benzoin (10% w/v) + Aloe Vera (2% w/v)
Key Information
Short Description
Podowart Paint is a topical medication used to treat skin warts by preventing wart cells from multiplying and destroying wart tissue.
Dosage Form
Topical medication
Introduction
Podowart Paint may be used alone or with other skin treatments. You should use it as your doctor's advice. The leaflet that comes with the product will also give instructions which you should read to get the most out of this medicine. You should avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, and nose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve. Podowart Paint may cause application site reactions such as burning, irritation, itching, and redness. They are not usually serious and resolve with time. If you experience these side effects, you may need to apply smaller amounts or use it less often. If they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. You should let your doctor know if you have other skin conditions and if you are taking any other medicines, especially those applied to the skin. It may not be suitable if you have very sensitive skin. Ask your doctor about the safety of this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Directions for Use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Application site reactions such as burning, irritation, itching, and redness
Breastfeeding Warning
Ask your doctor about the safety of this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
Pregnancy Warning
Ask your doctor about the safety of this medicine if you are pregnant.
How it works
Podowart Paint works by preventing the wart cells from dividing, thereby destroying the wart tissue. Over time, all the wart cells die and new healthy tissue grows in their place. It also contains Aloe Vera, a plant extract, that forms a protective layer on the skin by restoring moisture, so that it feels hydrated and refreshed.
Quick Tips
Use Podowart Paint to remove skin warts Avoid using if the area is irritated, swollen, bleeding, has hair growing from it, or to warts that have recently had surgery on them Do not apply this medicine to a mole or birthmark Apply to the affected area(s) of the skin and leave on the skin for one to six hours You may need to repeat the treatment every week for up to 6 weeks
