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Podophyllin

Generic Name
Podophyllin
Brand Names
Cantharone Plus
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C88H92O34
CAS Number
9000-55-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
16902YVY2B

Overview

Podophyllin is a resin extracted from the roots of Podophyllum peltatum (American mandrake) and Podophyllum emodi, which contains numerous compounds, amongst which is podophyllin (as well as the drug podophyllotoxin). Podophyllin is the principal active component. Podophyllin arrests mitosis in metaphase.

Indication

25% podophyllin (in benzoin tincture) is indicated for the removal of soft genital (venereal) warts (condylomata acuminata).

Associated Conditions

  • Soft genital warts

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Bryant Ranch Prepack
63629-8699
TOPICAL
1 mg in 4 mL
2/23/2022
Sincerus Florida, LLC
72934-9036
TOPICAL
5 g in 100 g
5/17/2019
Padagis US LLC
0574-0601
TOPICAL
1 mg in 4 mL
11/15/2018

EMA Drug Approvals

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HSA Drug Approvals

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NMPA Drug Approvals

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PPB Drug Approvals

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TGA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
ARTG ID
Sponsor
Registration Type
Status
Registration Date
WART-OFF PAINT bottle
18915
Pharmacare Laboratories Pty Ltd
Medicine
A
9/30/1991

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