What is podofilox topical?
Podofilox prevents the growth of certain types of cells.
Podofilox topical (for the skin) is used to treat genital warts that appear on the outside of the body, but this medicine is not a cure for genital warts.
Podofilox topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about podofilox topical?
Do not use this medication on any warts or skin growths that have not been checked by your doctor.
Using more of this medication will not make it work better, and may increase side effects.
Avoid getting this medication in your eyes. If this does happen, rinse with water and call your doctor. Do not place the gel or solution in your rectum, vagina, or urethra. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water.
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 during sex.
Wash your hands before and after applying podofilox topical.
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 medication on any warts or skin growths that have not been checked by your doctor.
FDA pregnancy category C. 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 medication..
It is not known whether podofilox topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.