Papillomas are skin lesions that can appear on any part of the body due to infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are many drugs, but one of the most effective and inexpensive is Verrucacid from papillomas. The reviews are different: most patients were satisfied with the action of the drug, but there are also negative responses. The article describes the principle of the drug, composition, possible side effects, drug interactions, as well as reviews on methods of use.
What are papillomas, and from what they appear
Papillomas can appear only in those people who have immunity for one reason or another. It should be remembered that if you burn the papilloma once, but at the same time do not change the lifestyle and do not increase immunity, then the papillomas will appear again, only in another part of the body.
Papilloma is a painless skin formation of various shapes. Color usually ranges from light pink to maroon. Papillomas are usually soft, easy to pressure. If the formation is hard and slightly painful when pressed, this is most likely a wart. A dermatologist can accurately determine the type of neoplasm. Depending on the type and location of papilloma, it can lead to very unpleasant consequences. For example, the intraductal papilloma of the mammary gland is a tumor that develops in the milk duct. In the absence of adequate treatment, the patient may expect unpleasant consequences. Therefore, if a papilloma is suspected, even if it seems harmless in appearance, it is imperative to consult a specialist.
In dermatology, it is customary to distinguish the following types of papillomas:
- threadlike;
- spiky;
- simple;
- flat papillomas;
- plantar.
Release form and structure of "Verrukacid"
The drug is released in the form of an oily liquid. Color: pink or light yellow. After the expiration date, the color and texture change. The composition has a specific smell of phenol.
The product is sold in dark glass bottles with an applicator capacity of 2 grams. The drug should be precisely applied to the neoplasm, otherwise the surrounding tissue may suffer from burns.
The main active ingredient is phenol. However, without metacresol, which is also included, Verrucacid is virtually useless. 1 gram of the drug includes:
- 588 mg of phenol;
- 392 mg of metacresol;
- excipients: ethyl alcohol and purified water.
The pharmacological effect of the drug is cauterizing, mummifying, as the instructions for use for Verrucacid say. Price and reviews (most of which are enthusiastic) make this drug the No. 1 remedy in the fight against papillomas and warts.
Analysis of the components of the drug
Consider in more detail each component of the drug and the principles of their action:
- Metacresol is a component with an antibacterial effect. Penetrates deep into the neoplasm and destroys its structure.
- Phenol is a component that is added to the composition in order to influence neoplasm cells. Eliminates the pathological activity of the human papillomavirus. Phenol is a rather toxic component and therefore requires the most careful handling. In no case should it be allowed to get on the mucous region or healthy skin.
- Ethyl alcohol in the composition has a local antibacterial effect, also has a drying effect. Allows you to maintain in its current form two main ingredients.
Expiration date, storage conditions, cost
The price of the drug is low - about 180 rubles per bottle. However, for most patients, it is enough to treat a papilloma or wart only once or twice so that they pass completely. For products with a similar composition, the drug has a low price. Instructions for use and reviews of "Verrukacide" indicate that this tool allows you to very quickly get rid of skin tumors.
The drug is not allowed to be used after the expiration date - there is a high risk of burns. Keep Verrucacid in a dark place inaccessible to children at a temperature of 18-20 degrees. In this case, the shelf life of the product is five years, even after opening the bottle. Before removing the product after use, make sure that the lid is closed tightly - otherwise the product may partially evaporate.
Indications for use
Instructions for use "Verrucacide" reports that the drug has the following indications for use:
- papillomas of various shapes and types;
- plantar, filiform and ordinary warts;
- dry corns;
- keratomas;
- genital warts.
The instructions state that to buy the drug does not need a prescription from a doctor. However, before using the tool, it is highly advisable to still consult a dermatologist and get an accurate diagnosis. A person without a medical education may confuse the symptoms of papilloma and other skin diseases. And this, in turn, will entail a change in the clinical picture and may exacerbate the condition.
Dosage and administration
Instructions for use with the drug reports on the following methods of use and dosage of Verrucacide:
- The product should be applied pointwise with an applicator or a wooden tool. When applying, make sure that the liquid does not get on the tissue around the neoplasm. Reviews of Verrucacide report that if even a drop of liquid gets on healthy skin, then there is a high risk of a burn. In order to minimize the possibility of accidental contact with healthy skin around the formation, it can be greased with zinc paste.
- Small papillomas and filiform warts can be processed only once. After a day or two, the formation is covered with a crust, after a few more days it will disappear. A small scar may remain on the skin, which also passes after a while.
- Large neoplasms (from 3 mm in diameter and more) are treated pointwise once a day with an interval of 3-4 days. The total duration of therapy is about two weeks, during this period, as a rule, the formation completely dies, withers and disappears.
- Warts on the hands and soles are highly stiff, dense, so you may need to treat them more often - for three weeks with an interval of two days. If the surface of the wart is keratinized, then before using Verrucacide, the surface should be softened - for this, you can apply an ointment with salicylic acid in the composition, for example, Keratolytic ointment.
- Reviews of "Verrucacide" from papillomas report that if you apply the drug daily, the tumor will not disappear faster. On the contrary, there is a high risk that inflammation will begin. Therefore, you should not use the drug more than once every three days.
Possible side effects
If you follow the instructions and choose the right method of using "Verrucacide", then side effects are not observed.
If you use the tool too often, then there is a high risk of irritation and pain. A burn with Verrucacid may occur. What to do in such a situation? The affected area should be treated with a cream that accelerates regeneration. For this purpose, Bepanten, Solcoseryl will do. As a rule, a small scar may remain after a burn. So that the burn does not appear, it is necessary to apply the product as accurately as possible, precisely and not too often.
Contraindications
You can not use Verrucacid from papillomas and warts if:
- there is an allergy to the components of the drug;
- under the age of seven;
- education appeared on the mucosa.
It is also forbidden to use Verrukatsid if the lesion area is more than 20 cm 2 . It is forbidden to use the drug for the treatment of pigmented nevus (moles).
Drug interaction
The instructions indicate that after using the drug, it is undesirable to lubricate the treated areas with ointment-based products. However, if a burn has developed due to careless use, then almost all patients are forced to use ointments to reduce the severity of pain. In this case, it is better to give preference to light creams, and abandon the use of ointments and oils.
Other drug interactions are not reported in the instructions.
Analogs by the principle of action
Closest to the composition and principle of action of drugs:
- "Duofilm" - a solution for the cauterization of papillomas and warts, includes salicylic and lactic acids. Judging by the reviews, Verrucacid from papillomas helps much faster and better than Duofilm.
- "Ferezol", which includes phenol and tricresol. It is applied pointwise, the risk of developing a burn is less than when using Verrucacide. If the patient does not set the goal of getting rid of papillomas as quickly as possible, then you can use Ferezol.
- "Collomac" as the main active agents has salicylic acid and polydocanol. It has a keratolytic effect. If used improperly, it can also provoke a burn of the skin.
Reviews on "Verrukacide"
Papillomas do not pass by themselves. Moreover, if you do not treat them in any way, then there is a great risk that more and more papillomas will jump on different parts of the body. Papillomas can appear on the face, in intimate places, on the folds of the elbows. These zones are the most problematic for patients.
"Verrucacid" from papillomas in intimate places is as effective as in any other part of the body. Reviews report that this particular drug contributes to the fact that in just one or two applications the neoplasm disappears.
If the dislocation of papillomas is the area of the face, then it is important to apply the drug as precisely as possible. The skin on the face is very delicate and thin, so there is a high probability that a scar will remain with inaccurate use. Reviews report that with careful use, you can remove the papilloma from the face in just one application.