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The following information is a summary
about CONDYLOX. It is not intended to replace a doctor's
instructions.
Gel
Chemical Name:
PODOFILOX (po-do-FIL-ox)
Common
uses
This
medicine is a cytotoxic agent used to treat genital warts.
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.
Directions
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.
Cautions
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.
Possible
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.
If
you take too much
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.
Additional
information
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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