What is Waiting?
Wartec® is a cream with Podophyllotoxin in lower concentration (0.15 %) than Condylox® (0.5 %). It is used for treating external genital warts. The cream formulation allows easier and more uniform application than solutions.
Wartec® cream is particularly suitable for more complex warts and offers a more skin-friendly alternative to higher concentrated podophyllotoxin preparations.
Active Ingredients & Mechanism of Action
Active ingredient: Podophyllotoxin (0,15 %)
Active mechanism:
- Identical with Condylox® (Podophyllotoxin)
- Inhibition of mitosis by tubeulin binding
- necrosis of wart cells
- Lower concentration (0.15 % vs. 0.5 %) with improved compatibility
Creme benefits:
- More uniform distribution on the wart area
- Better suitability for flat warts
- Less risk of overdose
- Applicants in application as solutions
Who is it suitable for?
Wartec® cream is suitable for:
- Adults with external genital warts
- Flächigeren wart findings
- Self-treatment at home
Not suitable:
- Internal warts
- Children
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Available Dosages
Language cycle:
- twice a day (morning and evening) for 3 consecutive days
- Then 4 days break
- Maximum 4–5 cycles (weeks)
Application quantity:
- Apply thin layer to warts
- treatment area maximum 10 cm2
How to Take
Application: 1. Clean warts Two. Apply thin layer Waitc® to warts 3. Easy to rub 4. Drying Five. Wash hands
Important notes:
- Healthy skin as much as possible
- Take a break with strong irritation
- Set 3 days on / 4 days off
- Do not apply for more than 5 weeks
Contraindications
**Wartec® must not be used at:* *
- hypersensitivity to podophyllotoxin
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Children
- Inside genital warts
- Open wounds
Preview at:
- Large-scale wart findings
- Immunosuppressed patients
Possible Side Effects
**Acid (> 10 %):* *
- Local redness, burning
- Erosions
- Pain at the job site
Occasionally:
- Itching
- Swelling
- crust formation
- Bleeding
** Compared to Condylox®:* * tendentially better tolerated by the lower concentration but similar side effect profile.
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Important Notice
This information does not replace medical advice. If you have questions about your health or the suitability of this medication, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Important Safety Information
This service operates under German pharmaceutical law (HWG). For risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and consult your doctor or pharmacist. All medications are dispensed from a licensed pharmacy in Germany.