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Chemical Name: PODOFILOX (po-do-FIL-ox)
This medicine is a cytotoxic agent used to treat genital warts.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE IS FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. APPLY THIS MEDICINE USING the supplied applicator. Apply only the minimum amount needed to cover the wart. WASH YOUR HANDS thoroughly after using this medicine. Allow the medicine to dry before allowing other skin surfaces to touch the treated area. ANY LEFTOVER MEDICINE or supplies used with this medicine should be placed in a plastic bag and disposed of as instructed by your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in the original tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. Do not freeze.
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or use this medicine for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. If your symptoms do not improve within 4 weeks or if they become worse, check with your doctor. AVOID GETTING THIS MEDICINE IN YOUR EYES or on the inside of your nose and mouth. If you get this medicine in your eyes, rinse them with plenty of water and seek medical advice immediately. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while using this medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include burning, pain, redness, swelling, or itching. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or fever. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, change in mental status, weakness or fatigue, unusually slowed breathing, and seizures.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
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