Podophyllum Resin
Generic Name: podophyllum resin
Brand Names:
Podocon 25
DESCRIPTION: Podocon-25 ® is composed of Podophyllin (Podophyllum Resin, American) 25% in Benzoin Tincture. Podophyllum Resin is the powdered mixture of resins removed from the May apple or Mandrake ( Podophyllum peltatum Linne’ ), a perennial plant of northern and middle United States (1) . The podophyllin resin used in this product is exclusively the American podophyllin (rather than the Indian resin). American podophyllin typically has a reduced level of podophyllotoxin (see below).
Overview
DESCRIPTION: Podocon-25 ® is composed of Podophyllin (Podophyllum Resin, American) 25% in Benzoin Tincture. Podophyllum Resin is the powdered mixture of resins removed from the May apple or Mandrake ( Podophyllum peltatum Linne’ ), a perennial plant of northern and middle United States (1) . The podophyllin resin used in this product is exclusively the American podophyllin (rather than the Indian resin). American podophyllin typically has a reduced level of podophyllotoxin (see below).
Uses
INDICATIONS: Podocon-25 ® (25% podophyllin in benzoin tincture) is indicated for the removal of soft genital (venereal) warts (condylomata acuminata) (4) .
Dosage
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: PODOCON-25 ® IS TO BE APPLIED ONLY BY A PHYSICIAN. IT IS NOT TO BE DISPENSED TO THE PATIENT. SHAKE WELL. Thoroughly cleanse affected area. Use supplied applicator to apply Podocon-25 ® sparingly to lesion. Avoid contact with healthy tissue. Allow to dry thoroughly. Only intact (no bleeding) lesions should be treated. As podophyllin is a powerful caustic and severe irritant, it is recommended the first application of Podocon-25 ® be left in contact for only a short time (30-40 minutes) to determine patient’s sensitivity. To avoid systemic absorption, time of contact should be minimum time necessary to produce the desired result (1 to 4 hours, depending on condition of lesion and of patient), the physician developing his/her own experience and technique.
Side Effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS: The use of topical podophyllin has been known to result in paresthesia, polyneuritis, paralytic ileus, pyrexia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, coma and death (5) . Pregnancy: There have been reports of complications associated with the topical use of podophyllin on condylomata of pregnant patients including birth defects, fetal death and stillbirth (6) . In the absence of controlled safety studies, podophyllin remains contraindicated for use on pregnant patients. Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether podophyllin is excreted in human milk following topical application. In the absence of controlled safety studies, podophyllin remains contraindicated for use on nursing patients.
Warnings
WARNINGS: Podophyllin is a powerful caustic and severe irritant. Keep away from the eyes; if eye contact occurs, flush with copious amounts of warm water and consult physician or poison control center immediately for advice. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Podocon-25 ® is contraindicated in diabetics, patients using steroids or with poor blood circulation. Podocon-25 ® should not be used on bleeding warts, moles, birthmarks or unusual warts with hair growing from them. It is recommended that Podocon-25 ® not be used during pregnancy (see Pregnancy warning below).
Pregnancy
Pregnancy: There have been reports of complications associated with the topical use of podophyllin on condylomata of pregnant patients including birth defects, fetal death and stillbirth (6) . In the absence of controlled safety studies, podophyllin remains contraindicated for use on pregnant patients.
Storage
HOW SUPPLIED: Podocon-25® is available in 15-mL bottles with tapered tip applicator attached inside cap. NDC: 71335-2925-1: 15 mL in a BOTTLE, WITH APPLICATOR Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature] in tight, light-resistant containers. Repackaged/Relabeled by: Bryant Ranch Prepack, Inc. Burbank, CA 91504
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podophyllum Resin used for?▼
INDICATIONS: Podocon-25 ® (25% podophyllin in benzoin tincture) is indicated for the removal of soft genital (venereal) warts (condylomata acuminata) (4) .
What are the side effects of Podophyllum Resin?▼
ADVERSE REACTIONS: The use of topical podophyllin has been known to result in paresthesia, polyneuritis, paralytic ileus, pyrexia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, coma and death (5) . Pregnancy: There have been reports of complications associated with the topical use of podophyllin on condylomata of pregnant patients including birth defects, fetal death and stillbirth (6) . In the absence of controlled safety studies, podophyllin remains contraindicated for use on pregnant patients. Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether podophyllin is excreted in human milk following topical application. In the absence of controlled safety studies, podophyllin remains contraindicated for use on nursing patients.
Can I take Podophyllum Resin during pregnancy?▼
Pregnancy: There have been reports of complications associated with the topical use of podophyllin on condylomata of pregnant patients including birth defects, fetal death and stillbirth (6) . In the absence of controlled safety studies, podophyllin remains contraindicated for use on pregnant patients.
What are the important warnings for Podophyllum Resin?▼
WARNINGS: Podophyllin is a powerful caustic and severe irritant. Keep away from the eyes; if eye contact occurs, flush with copious amounts of warm water and consult physician or poison control center immediately for advice. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Podocon-25 ® is contraindicated in diabetics, patients using steroids or with poor blood circulation. Podocon-25 ® should not be used on bleeding warts, moles, birthmarks or unusual warts with hair growing from them. It is recommended that Podocon-25 ® not be used during pregnancy (see Pregnancy warning below).
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