Papillomas are skin growths 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 "Verrukacid" from papillomas. Reviews are different: most patients were satisfied with the action of the remedy, but there are also negative reviews. 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 why do they appear
Papillomas can appear only in those people who, for one reason or another, have reduced immunity. It should be remembered that if you burn out a papilloma once, but do not change your lifestyle and do not increase immunity, then papillomas will appear again, only on another part of the body.
Papilloma is a painless skin formation of various shapes. Color usuallyvaries from light pink to maroon. Papillomas are usually soft, easy to press. If the formation is hard and slightly painful when pressed, it is most likely a wart. A dermatologist can accurately determine the type of neoplasm. Depending on the type and location of the papilloma, it can lead to very unpleasant consequences. For example, intraductal papilloma of the mammary gland is a tumor that develops in the lactiferous duct. In the absence of adequate treatment, the patient may experience unpleasant consequences. Therefore, if you suspect a papilloma, even if it seems harmless in appearance, you should definitely get a consultation with a specialist.
In dermatology, it is customary to distinguish between the following types of papillomas:
- filamentous;
- pointed;
- simple;
- flat papillomas;
- plantar.
Release form and composition of "Verrukatsida"
The drug is produced in the form of an oily liquid. Colour: pink or light yellow. After the expiration date, the color and consistency change. The composition has a specific smell of phenol.
The product is sold in dark glass bottles with an applicator with a capacity of 2 grams. The drug should be applied pointwise to the neoplasm, otherwise the surrounding tissues may suffer from burns.
The main active ingredient is phenol. However, without metacresol, which is also included in the composition, "Verrukacid" is practically useless. 1 gram contains:
- 588 mgphenol;
- 392 mg metacresol;
- excipients: ethyl alcohol and purified water.
Pharmacological action of the drug - cauterizing, mummifying, as stated in the instructions for use for "Verrukacid". The price and reviews (most of which are enthusiastic) make this drug the 1 remedy in the fight against papillomas and warts.
Analysis of the components of the composition of the drug
Let's consider in more detail each component of the drug and the principles of their action:
- Metacresol is a component with antibacterial action. Penetrates deep into the neoplasm and destroys its structure.
- Phenol - a component that is added to the composition in order to affect the cells of neoplasms. Eliminates the pathological activity of the human papillomavirus. Phenol is a rather toxic component and therefore requires the utmost care. In no case should it be allowed to get on the mucous membrane or he althy skin.
- Ethyl alcohol in the composition has a local antibacterial effect, also has a drying effect. Allows you to keep the two main ingredients active.
Expiration date, storage conditions, cost
The price of the drug is low - about 180 rubles per bottle. At the same time, for most patients, it is enough to treat the papilloma or wart only once or twice in order for them to pass completely. For products with a similar composition, the drug has a low price. Instructions for use and reviews about"Verrukatside" testify that this remedy allows you to get rid of skin neoplasms very quickly.
The drug must not be used after the expiration date - there is a high risk of burns. Store "Verrukacid" should be 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 the use of "Verrukacid" reports that the drug has the following indications for use:
- papillomas of various shapes and types;
- plantar, filiform and common warts;
- dry corns;
- keratomas;
- genital warts.
The instructions say that you do not need a prescription from a doctor to buy the drug. However, before using the remedy, it is highly advisable to consult a dermatologist and get an accurate diagnosis. A person without medical education can confuse the symptoms of papilloma and other skin diseases. And this, in turn, will lead to a change in the clinical picture and may aggravate the condition.
Method of application and dosage
Instructions for use of the drug informs about the following methods of use and dosing of "Verrukacid":
- Applythe product should be dotted 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 "Verrukatsid" report that if even a drop of liquid gets on he althy skin, then there is a high risk of burns. In order to minimize the possibility of accidental contact with he althy skin around the formation, it can be lubricated with zinc paste.
- Small papillomas and filiform warts can only be treated once. After a day or two, the formation will be covered with a crust, after a few more days it will disappear. A small scar may remain on the skin, which also disappears after a while.
- Neoplasms of large sizes (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 off, dries up and disappears.
- Warts on the hands and soles are highly rigid, dense, so they may need to be treated more often - for three weeks with an interval of two days. If the surface of the wart is keratinized, then before using "Verrukacid" the surface should be softened - for this you can apply an ointment with salicylic acid in the composition, for example, "Keratolytic ointment".
- Reviews of "Verrukacid" from papillomas report that if applied daily, the neoplasm will not disappear faster. On the contrary, there is a high risk that inflammation will begin. Therefore, you should not use the drug more often than once a day.three days.
Possible side effects
If you follow the instructions and choose the right way to use "Verrukatsid", then no side effects are observed.
If you use the product too often, then there is a high risk of irritation and pain. There may be a burn "Verrukatsid". What to do in such a situation? The affected area should be treated with a cream that accelerates regeneration. For this purpose, Bepanten, Solcoseryl are suitable. As a rule, a small scar may remain after a burn. To prevent a burn, you need to apply the product as carefully as possible, pointwise and not too often.
Contraindications for use
You can not use "Verrukatsid" from papillomas and warts if:
- there is an allergy to the components of the drug;
- under the age of seven;
- formation appeared on the mucosa.
It is also forbidden to use "Verrukacid" if the affected area is more than 20 cm2. It is forbidden to use the drug for the treatment of pigmented nevi (moles).
Drug Interactions
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 inaccurate 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 refuse to use ointments and oils.
About othersdrug interactions are not reported in the instructions.
Analogues according to the principle of action
The closest drugs in composition and principle of action:
- "Duofilm" - a solution for point cauterization of papillomas and warts, contains salicylic and lactic acids. Judging by the reviews, "Verrukacid" 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 Verrukacid. If the patient does not aim to get rid of papillomas as quickly as possible, then Ferezol can be used.
- "Kollomac" as the main active agents has salicylic acid and polidocanol. Has a keratolytic effect. If used incorrectly, it can also cause skin burns.
Verrukatside reviews
Papillomas do not go away on their own. Moreover, if you do not treat them in any way, then there is a high risk that more and more papillomas will jump up in different parts of the body. Papillomas can appear on the face, in intimate places, on the bends of the elbows. These areas are the most problematic for patients.
"Verrukacid" from papillomas in intimate places is as effective as in any other part of the body. Reviews report that it is this drug that contributes to the fact that in just one or two applications the neoplasm disappears.
If the dislocation of the papilloma is the face area, 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 application. Reviews report that with careful use, you can remove the papilloma from the face in just one application.
