Condylox Information:
IMPORTANT
NOTE: The following information is intended
to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and
judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate
that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective
for you. Consult your healthcare professional before
using this drug.
CHEMICAL NAME: PODOFILOX (po-do-FIL-ox)
USES: Condylox is used to remove certain types
of warts on the outside skin of the genital areas (penis
or vulva). The gel is used also to treat warts between
the genitals and the rectum, the solution is not. Neither
the gel nor the solution is used to treat warts that
occur inside the rectum, vagina, or urine passageways
inside the penis (male) or the vulva (female). Podofilox
works by destroying the skin of the wart.
Before using
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.
HOW TO USE: 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 applicator
tip or your finger. 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.
PRECAUTIONS: 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: 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.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions can result
in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find
out if your medicines interact with each other. Check
drug interactions
OVERDOSE: 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.
NOTES: 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.
STORAGE:
Keep Condylox out of the reach of children. Store away
from heat and direct light.
Keep top tightly closed. Do not keep outdated medicine
or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded
medicine is out of the reach of children.
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