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Podowart S Paint is used to treat warts. It works by destroying tissue growth and leads to tissue death. When applied, the wart becomes blanched, begins to slouch/come off and gradually disappears. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as burning sensation, irritation, itching or redness at the site of application.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

ALOE VERA-2%W/V+BENZOIN-10%W/V+PODOPHYLLUM RESIN-25%W/V+SALICYLIC ACID-5%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Shalaks Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Podowart S Paint

Podowart S Paint is a specialized topical medicine designed to treat and remove stubborn skin growths such as warts, corns, and calluses. It combines ingredients that gently peel away layers of thickened, virus-infected skin while protecting and soothing the surrounding tissue. This topical solution is formulated for direct application to the skin lesion, helping to restore smooth, healthy skin over time.

To achieve the best results, you must apply Podowart S Paint consistently and exactly as directed by your doctor. This medicine is typically applied once or twice a day directly to the affected area and does not require any dietary restrictions or timing around meals. Maintaining clean, dry skin between applications helps the medicine penetrate effectively and accelerates the clearing process.

While using Podowart S Paint, you may experience mild localized skin peeling, redness, or a temporary burning sensation at the application site. These are common signs that the medication is working to break down the skin growth. However, if you experience severe pain, spreading redness, swelling, or pus, you should stop applying the liquid immediately and consult your doctor.

Do not use this medicine if you have diabetes, poor blood circulation, or nerve damage in your hands or feet, as these conditions increase your risk of severe skin ulcers or slow healing. You should also avoid applying Podowart S Paint to birthmarks, moles, warts with hair growing from them, or skin that is already irritated, infected, or broken. Always talk to your doctor before starting this treatment to ensure it is safe for your specific skin condition.

Avoid applying other peeling agents or topical skin products to the same area to prevent severe skin irritation. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating an older adult, consult your healthcare provider before use, as some ingredients can be absorbed through the skin and may not be suitable. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to discuss any other skin treatments you are currently using.

Uses of Podowart S Paint

Podowart S Paint is used to treat thickened areas of skin by removing excess dead skin layers and helping restore smoother skin.

  • Common Warts: Podowart S Paint helps break down the thick, raised layers of skin caused by common warts, allowing them to gradually clear.
  • Plantar Warts: Helps soften and remove thick, hardened skin on the soles of the feet, supporting the removal of plantar warts.
  • Corns and Calluses: Helps reduce thick, rough areas of dead skin caused by friction and pressure, improving comfort.

Key Benefits

Podowart S Paint helps manage warts, corns, and calluses by gradually removing thickened skin layers and improving skin comfort.

  • Non-invasive Skin Treatment: Provides an at-home option to manage warts, corns, and calluses without procedures such as freezing or surgical removal.
  • Reduces Thickened Skin: Helps break down abnormal and hardened skin layers, allowing smoother and healthier skin to appear.
  • Minimises Skin Discomfort: The combination of peeling and soothing ingredients helps reduce irritation while supporting skin recovery.
  • Improves Daily Comfort: Helps restore smoother skin texture and reduces discomfort during activities such as walking, standing, or writing.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure its safe and effective use.
  • Check the label for directions before using Podowart S Paint.
  • It is for external use only.
  • Carefully apply the solution with the applicator directly to each wart and let the solution dry completely. Avoid contact with the surrounding skin.
  • Wash your hands immediately with soap and water after use.

How Podowart S Paint Works

Podowart S Paint contains aloe vera, benzoin, podophyllum resin, and salicylic acid. These active ingredients work together to remove tough skin growths, soften and break down hardened skin, protect the treated area, and support the healing of healthy skin. Salicylic acid acts as a keratolytic agent that breaks down keratin, the protein that forms the structure of warts and thickened skin. It softens the affected area, allowing damaged skin layers to loosen and peel away. Podophyllum resin helps stop the growth of wart tissue by preventing abnormal skin cells from multiplying. This causes the wart tissue to gradually break down and detach. Benzoin works as a protective adhesive that helps keep the active ingredients in contact with the affected area. It forms a thin protective layer after drying. Aloe vera provides a soothing effect by helping reduce redness, swelling, and irritation caused by skin-peeling ingredients while supporting the healing of healthy skin.
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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether Podowart S Paint interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Podowart S Paint is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid using Podowart S Paint if you are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Caution

Podowart S Paint is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Podowart S Paint in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Podowart S Paint in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Podowart S Paint in children. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

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Heart

Caution

Podowart S Paint should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart conditions before using it.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Podowart S Paint should be used in elderly patients only if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any concerns, please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Podowart S Paint

Because Podowart S Paint is applied topically, a typical skin application is unlikely to cause a systemic overdose. However, applying excessive amounts or using it over very large areas of the body can cause severe skin irritation, chemical burns, or harmful absorption of ingredients into the bloodstream. If someone accidentally swallows the liquid or if severe skin damage occurs, seek immediate medical attention.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain Skin Hygiene: Keep the treated skin area clean and dry between applications to reduce the risk of fungal or bacterial infections.
  • Avoid Picking or Scratching: Do not pick, scratch, or cut the treated wart, as this may spread the virus to other areas or cause skin infections.
  • Use Protective Footwear: Wear sandals or water shoes in communal showers, locker rooms, and pool areas to help prevent the spread of plantar warts.
  • Avoid Sharing Personal Items: Do not share towels, socks, shoes, pumice stones, or nail clippers while treating a wart.
  • Follow a Balanced Diet: Eat a diet rich in vitamins A, C, and E, along with zinc, to support your immune system’s natural ability to fight infections.

Health Queries

I have a wart-like growth on my foot and was advised to use Podowart S paint. Are there any alternative medicines or substitutes available for this treatment?

G.santoshini Reddy

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

Yes, there are several effective alternative treatments available. The medicine you mentioned contains a combination of podophyllum resin and salicylic acid. Excellent generic substitutes include topical formulations containing salicylic acid alone or in combination with lactic acid. Other medical alternatives include imiquimod cream or topical retinoids. For quick removal, non-medicinal options like cryotherapy (freezing the wart) performed by a doctor are also highly effective. Warts are very common, harmless skin growths, so there is no need to worry. Please consult your dermatologist to choose the best alternative and to ensure safe application instructions for your specific type of foot wart.

What are the recommended medicines or topical treatments for treating warts?

G.santoshini Reddy

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

Warts are very common, harmless skin growths that often resolve on their own, but several effective treatments can speed up the process. Over-the-counter topical treatments containing salicylic acid are highly effective; they work by gradually peeling away the infected skin. Another common option is cryotherapy, which uses liquid nitrogen to freeze the wart, typically performed by a doctor. For stubborn warts, a healthcare provider may prescribe topical creams like imiquimod to stimulate your immune system to fight the virus, or apply cantharidin. It is always best to consult a doctor to confirm the diagnosis and choose the safest option for you.

I have molluscum on my face and eyelid. What medicine should I use?

Chandrakanta Jena

Chandrakanta Jena

Pharm D

Molluscum on the face and especially the eyelid requires extreme caution. You should never use over-the-counter molluscum treatments or harsh chemicals near your eyes, as they can cause severe irritation or permanent eye damage. Because of the sensitive location, do not attempt to self-treat. Please consult a dermatologist or an ophthalmologist. They can safely evaluate the bumps and recommend appropriate options, which may include watchful waiting (as they often resolve on their own) or precise, professional removal like gentle scraping (curettage) or freezing. Avoid squeezing or scratching the bumps, as this spreads the virus.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Podowart S Paint to start to work: Podowart S Paint starts to show its action within 30 to 60 minutes of application. The time for which the effects of Podowart S Paint last: Podowart S Paint effect lasts for 6 to 12 hours.

What if you forget to take Podowart S Paint

If you forget to apply a dose, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed application and continue with your regular routine. Do not apply double the amount to make up for a missed application.

Storage

•Store Podowart S Paint at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F to 86°F).•Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use to prevent the liquid from evaporating, drying out, or becoming thick.

Drug Warnings

  • Check Before Use: Inspect the bottle before application. Do not use the medicine if the liquid appears excessively thick, cloudy, or has a significant change in colour.
  • Protect Surrounding Skin: Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly or use a plaster ring around the wart before applying Podowart S Paint to prevent contact with healthy skin.
  • Avoid Sensitive Areas: Do not apply Podowart S Paint to the face, neck, genitals, anus, or areas with thin, delicate skin unless specifically advised by your doctor.
  • Avoid Contact with Eyes and Mucous Membranes: Keep the medicine away from your eyes, nose, mouth, and other sensitive areas. If accidental contact occurs, rinse with cool running water for 15 minutes and consult a doctor if needed.
  • Keep Away from Flames: Keep the bottle away from open flames, lit cigarettes, and heat sources during use, as some ingredients may be flammable.
  • Avoid Damaged Skin: Do not apply this product to bleeding, raw, or freshly shaved skin, as it may increase irritation and absorption of the ingredients.
  • Medical Supervision: Products containing podophyllum resin should only be used under medical supervision. Incorrect use can cause severe skin damage and systemic toxicity. Always use this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Using other skin products with Podowart S Paint may increase irritation or skin damage.

  • Other Topical Skin Treatments: Using other peeling agents, acne treatments, or products containing resorcinol, sulfur, or benzoyl peroxide on the same area may increase skin irritation and the risk of chemical burns. 
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Podowart S Paint when used as directed. 

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Podowart S Paint is used to treat warts.
Podowart S Paint works by destroying tissue growth and leads to tissue death. When applied, the wart becomes blanched, begins to slouch/come off and gradually disappears. Thereby, Podowart S Paint helps in treating warts.
Use Podowart S Paint only as advised by the doctor. Avoid using more than the prescribed dose, more often or for longer durations, as it might increase the absorption of Podowart S Paint, leading to side effects.
Podowart S Paint should be used only if prescribed by the doctor. Podowart S Paint will be prescribed only by a doctor who has competence in the diagnosis and treatment of intraepidermal tumours of the skin caused by human papillomavirus (HPV).
Podowart S Paint is a strong irritant to the skin and mucous membranes. Therefore, use it exactly as directed by the physician. Avoid contact of Podowart S Paint to skin and mucous membrane. If contact occurs, wash with water immediately. Talk to your doctor if the irritation persists.
No, you should not use Podowart S Paint on genital or anal warts unless specifically prescribed and monitored by your healthcare provider. The skin in these areas is highly sensitive, and incorrect application can cause severe chemical burns. Talk to your doctor for appropriate treatment options.
If the liquid accidentally touches healthy skin, wash it off immediately with plenty of warm water and mild soap. If the area becomes red, painful, or blisters, stop using the product and talk to your doctor.
Do not use this medicine during pregnancy unless specifically directed by a specialist. Podophyllum resin may harm the unborn baby and is generally contraindicated during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Yes, you can cover the area with a loose, breathable bandage once the liquid has dried completely. Avoid using tight, air-tight, or waterproof dressings unless specifically instructed by your healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for advice on suitable dressings.
The whitening of the skin is a normal effect of salicylic acid as it loosens and breaks down the outer keratin layers of the wart. This dead skin will eventually peel away naturally. Talk to your doctor if the white area spreads or becomes intensely painful.
Children's skin is thin and highly sensitive, making them more prone to irritation and chemical absorption. You should always consult a pediatrician before using this product on children. Talk to your doctor to find out if this is the right treatment.
Gently rubbing the surface of the wart with a pumice stone or emery board before applying the medicine can help it penetrate better. However, do not file so deeply that the area bleeds, and never share the file with others to prevent spreading the virus. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for safe techniques.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

c3 puja house, milan complex, karampura, new delhi, delhi 110015.
Other Info - POD0006

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