About The Medical Condition Podophyllin

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Podophyllin

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Podophyllin Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Podophyllin?

Caustic extract from the roots of Podophyllum peltatum and P. emodi. It contains PODOPHYLLOTOXIN and its congeners and is very irritating to mucous membranes and skin. Podophyllin is a violent purgative that may cause CNS damage and teratogenesis. It is used as a paint for warts, skin neoplasms, and senile keratoses.

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