Drug Name: CONDYLOX CONDYLOX DESCRIPTION: PODOFILOX - TOPICAL SOLUTION (poh-DOFF-ih-lox) COMMON CONDYLOX BRAND NAME(S): Condylox CONDYLOX SIDE EFFECTS: CONDYLOX may cause burning, pain, swelling, scarring, peeling skin, chafing and tingling. Inform your doctor if these symptoms become bothersome. Notify your doctor if you experience bleeding, vomiting, dizziness or trouble sleeping while using CONDYLOX. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. HOW TO USE CONDYLOX: CONDYLOX: CONDYLOX is for topical use only. It is usually applied once in the morning and again in the evening for three days followed by a four days rest period. This cycle is repeated for up to four times. To apply, use a new applicator provided. Moisten the applicator tip with the solution and touch the wart to cover it. Allow the solution to dry. Properly dispose of the applicator and wash hands thoroughly. Be careful when applying CONDYLOX as it can irritate normal skin around the application site. Do not use large amounts, apply more often or use for a longer period than directed. Your condition will not clear faster, and the chance for side effects may be increased. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. If contact occurs, immediately wash with plenty of water and contact your doctor. CONDYLOX USES: CONDYLOX is used on the skin to treat genital warts. CONDYLOX PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have any illness or allergies. CONDYLOX should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. CONDYLOX DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including any skin products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. CONDYLOX 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. CONDYLOX NOTES: Studies have shown CONDYLOX to be effective in 50% of patients in clearing genital warts. However, warts have recurred. Discuss the expected results of therapy with your doctor. MISSED CONDYLOX DOSE: If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not apply it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. CONDYLOX STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not freeze. Store this out of reach of children. |