Condylox
Generic name: podofilox topical [ poe-DOF-il-lox ]
Drug class: Topical keratolytics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 10, 2024.
What is Condylox?
Condylox prevents the growth of certain types of cells.
Condylox is used to treat genital warts that appear on the outside of the body, but this medicine is not a cure for genital warts.
Condylox may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use Condylox on any warts or skin growths that have not been checked by your doctor.
Using more Condylox 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. Condylox 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 Condylox.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Condylox if you are allergic to podofilox.
Do not use this medicine on any warts or skin growths that have not been checked by your doctor.
It is not known whether Condylox will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.
It is not known whether podofilox topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Condylox is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Condylox?
Use Condylox exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Your healthcare provider may show you how to apply this medicine at home.
Using more of this medicine will not make it work better, and may increase side effects.
This medicine is usually applied in the morning and evening for 3 days in a row, followed by 4 days of not using the medicine. This 7-day treatment cycle should be repeated up to 4 times, or until you can no longer see any signs of wart tissue.
Wash your hands before applying Condylox. Also wash the skin area to be treated, and allow it to dry completely before applying the medicine.
Apply Condylox using the cotton applicator provided or with your finger. Apply the medicine only to the wart tissue and avoid getting it on healthy skin. If the genital wart is in a skin fold, spread the skin apart and apply the medicine. Allow the treated skin to dry before releasing the skin fold.
Wash your hands again after applying Condylox.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 treatment cycles.
Condylox is not a cure for genital warts and it may not keep you from spreading this condition to others through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. You may develop new lesions during treatment with Condylox. For best results, keep using the medicine for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze.
Condylox gel is flammable. Do not use it near high heat or open flame, or while you are smoking.
Dosing information
Usual Adult Dose for Condylomata Acuminata:
Solution or gel: Apply topically twice daily for 3 consecutive days, then discontinue for 4 consecutive days.
Duration: The cycle may be repeated until there is no visible wart tissue or for a maximum of four cycles.
Related/similar drugs
imiquimod topical, interferon alfa-2b, Aldara, podofilox topical, Intron A, Zyclara
What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Overdose symptoms may result if you absorb this medicine through your skin by applying too much of it. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, flu symptoms, sores in your mouth and throat, numbness or tingling in your hands or feet, confusion, trouble breathing, or seizure (convulsions).
What should I avoid while using Condylox?
Do not have sex on the days you apply Condylox.
Avoid getting this medicine 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. Condylox 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 of disease during sex.
Condylox side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Condylox: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Wash off the medicine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious skin reaction such as severe itching, burning, oozing, bleeding, or skin changes where the medicine is applied.
Common Condylox side effects may include:
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mild skin irritation (pain, swelling, burning, redness, itching, tingling, blisters, crusting, dryness, peeling) where the medicine was applied;
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headache, dizziness;
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sleep problems (insomnia);
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unpleasant skin odor;
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vomiting; or
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pain during sex.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Condylox?
It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied podofilox. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
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