Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Warts
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VEREGEN |
| Manufacturer |
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PharmaDerm |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Botanical. |
| Generic Name |
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Sinecatechins 15%; oint. |
| Indications |
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External genital and perianal warts (Condylomata acuminata) in immunocompetent patients. |
| Children |
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<18yrs: not recommended. |
| Adults |
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≥18yrs: Wash hands. Apply ointment to each wart 3 times daily for up to 16 weeks. Do not cover treated area. |
| Precautions |
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Do not use on internal or mucous membrane warts or on broken skin. Caution with tampon insertion (avoid inadvertent internal application). Wash ointment off if severe reaction occurs. Avoid sexual contact with ointment on skin. Immunosuppressed. May stain fabrics. Avoid sun, UV light on treated area. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Concomitant use of condoms or diaphragm: not recommended (ointment may weaken rubber). |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Local reactions (eg, erythema, erosion, edema, itching, burning), phimosis, inguinal lymphadenitis, urethral meatal stenosis, dysuria, rash, desquamation, bleeding, hypersensitivity, superinfection. |
| How Supplied |
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Oint—15g, 30g |
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