Podophyllotoxin in Dermatology

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Abstract

A drug, by definition, is a medicine or substance that has a physiological effect when ingested or introduced into the body. Medications are utilized daily in the field of dermatology to treat a variety of skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and warts. The purpose of this column is to highlight common medicines used in dermatology, focusing on their mechanisms of action, usage and function, and available alternatives. This article describes the features of podophyllotoxin, utilized in diluted solution as podofilox, a topical treatment for external genital warts, such as condylomata acuminata.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)53-56
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association
Volume10
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2018

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Advanced and Specialized Nursing

Keywords

  • Condylomata Acuminata
  • Human Papilloma Virus
  • Podofilox
  • Podophyllin
  • Podophyllotoxin

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