Drugs
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Administration
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Podophyllotoxin
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Topical As 15% (Indian podophyllum) or up to 25% soln (American
podophyllum): Apply weekly, leave for 1-6 hr then wash off. If there is no
improvement after 6 wk, stop treatment.
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Imiquimod 5 % w/w Cream
(available in Blue Book)
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As 5% cream: Apply 3 times wkly for up to 16 wk. Cream is
applied at night and left on the skin for 6-10 hr. Wash with mild soap and
water after each dose.
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Sinecatechin ointment
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Applied three times daily (0.5-cm strand of ointment
to each wart) using a finger to ensure coverage with a thin layer of ointment
until complete clearance of warts.
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Pedophyllin resin 10%–25%
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Applied to each wart and allowed to air-dry before
the treated area comes into contact with clothing; over application or
failure to air dry can result in local irritation caused by spread of the
compound to adjacent areas. The treatment can be repeated weekly, if necessary.
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Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) or
Bichloroacetic acid (BCA) 80%–90%
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A small amount should be applied only to the warts
and allowed to dry before the patient sits or stands, at which time a white
frosting develops.
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