Warts are benign formations located on the surface of the skin and protruding beyond its limits. The growths have different sizes and shapes, they differ from each other in color. However, all are associated with the defeat of the body by the papillomavirus. Which remedy for papillomas and warts in the pharmacy is better to choose? This topic will be explored in detail in the article.
The papilloma virus takes up residence in the lower layer of the epidermis, causing the growth and division of new cells. Sometimes a person is independently cured of papillomas without specific drugs. But most often, the formations disappear only after intensive therapy, and in severe cases, they degenerate into oncological tumors.
Warts often cause the patient only moral discomfort, since warts located on open areas of the skin do not appear aesthetic.
Another reason for the need for treatment is the mild lesion of warts located in accessible areas of the body (arms, legs, head). Mechanical damage leads to the growth of the wart in size or its infection.
There are several ways to get rid of the problem: surgical and conservative. More often, doctors resort to the second technique.
Varieties of remedies for warts.
Benign growths are removed with various types of medications. All of them lead to the destruction of pathological education and the gradual death of its cells. To do this, use:
- freezing agents;
- keratolytics;
- immunomodulators;
- products based on natural ingredients;
- softening plasters.
To understand the therapeutic effect of individual groups of drugs, it is necessary to consider each drug separately. The above drugs cannot be used for self-treatment if a person is not sure exactly the reasons for their occurrence. Drug treatment for malignant papilloma can make the situation worse.
Cryopreparations
Medicines work like liquid nitrogen. Due to the freezing effect, the wart gradually disappears. After a full course of therapy, the neoplasm mummifies and disappears.
Group drugs include:
- A product whose active ingredients are dimethyl alcohol and propane. It is produced in the form of a spray bottle. The drug is used to combat plantar papillomas and small formations. The spray is applied to a special applicator and applied to problem areas of the skin for 10-30 seconds; it all depends on the size of the papilloma. If the buildup has not disappeared after the first cycle of therapy, treatment is resumed until the rash is completely gone, with a 2-week break. In advanced cases, 3 or more treatment cycles may be required. The remedy is contraindicated for cauterizing warts in children, pregnant women and people suffering from diabetes mellitus.
- A spray that is prescribed to remove neoplasms less than 7mm in diameter. The drug has a composition similar to the previous drug and identical contraindications for use.
The effectiveness of frozen drugs is questionable, despite the high cost. Many user reviews have been collected on the Internet, which indicate the uselessness of cryopreparations in the treatment of papillomatosis. Cases of damage to healthy areas of the epidermis have also been described. Freezing agents should be used with care to avoid skin burns.
Creams and gels
Papillomas and warts can be removed not only with the help of solutions, but also with gels, ointments with a thick composition. The best means of removing troublesome formations are presented below:
- Remedy for warts and papillomas with strong antiviral effect. The active ingredient of the composition is recombinant interferon alpha-2 for humans. The ointment is used to combat growths that occur in any area. A side effect of the treatment is the possible formation of scars and scars on the skin.
- A gel that promotes the death of HSV in infected cells and prevents the spread of a viral infection to areas of healthy skin. It is based on a natural component: purified extract of potato sprouts, hexose glycoside. The drug is applied to the lesions 4-5 times a day and does not cause discomfort after use. The drug is not recommended for women during pregnancy and lactation and for children under 6 years of age.
- Cream for external use, modifier of the immune response. The active substances of the agent activate the production of interferon in the body. The composition is applied to the wart once a day and washed off after 8-10 hours. It is not recommended to apply the cream on the mucous membranes to avoid burns.
- Dioxotetrahydroxytetrahydronaphthalene ointment, which has an antiviral effect. The components of the ointment destroy pathogenic microorganisms in the layers of the epithelium. Suitable to combat all kinds of benign formations (genital warts, papillomas, warts) and it is safe for children, pregnant women. After therapy, there are no scars left on the surface of the skin. The ointment is applied to problem areas of the skin 3-4 times a day.
- Cream, containing only natural ingredients: mummy, cedar resin, oak and fir bark, larch gum. In this regard, the drug has a minimal list of contraindications and side effects, as well as allergies to the components. The cream is applied to the wart once a day, before going to bed. After reducing the size of the buildup, the procedure is carried out 2 times a week.
Remedies for papillomas and warts, orally and intramuscularly
Medicines in tablet form and in the form of injections are considered by doctors to be effective in combating problems. This is due to its complex therapeutic effect on the body of a sick person - antiviral, immunomodulatory.
To eliminate benign neoplasms, the following pharmaceutical agents are used:
- An inosine preparation in tablet form. Effective for the treatment of papillomas located on the body, head and face, as well as for condylomas. The instructions indicate that adults and children over 12 years of age should take 2 tablets 3 times a day for 2 weeks. For children over 3 years old, the drug is prescribed at the rate of 500 mg per 10 kg of body weight. The price of the tablets depends on the number of capsules in the package. It is characterized by having antiviral, immunomodulatory and antibacterial activity.
- A relatively new drug with acridone meglumine acetate, a low molecular weight interferon inducer, produced in tablets and ampoules for injections. The active components of the agent inhibit the development of the virus in the body and restore the body's defenses. Injections with the solution are carried out according to the scheme: once a day for 2 days, then every other day for 3 days, then after 3 days. The duration of therapy is determined by a specialist. To achieve the result, at least 10 injections are required. With a mild form of papillomatosis, they turn to pills. Take 1 capsule a day for 10 days.
- Inducer of the synthesis of endogenous interferons in the form of an injectable solution. Its therapeutic effect is to stimulate the production of antibodies against viral infections and strengthen the body's defenses. To reduce the number and size of growths, it is necessary to perform 6 injections (1 injection every 2 days). An effective remedy for warts, but it is not available to all patients.
According to patient reviews, a combination of immunomodulatory drugs with antibacterial agents makes it possible to achieve a positive effect of therapy.
Necrotizing drugs
The group of funds includes drugs with an aggressive composition that provoke the death of tissues from neoplasms. For this purpose, mainly solutions with acids or alkalis are prescribed. Use papilloma remedies with caution to exclude burns from healthy structures. The list of the most effective solutions includes:
- Phenol drug, which is an oily liquid. Small outgrowths are treated with a solution once a day. To burn large formations, at least 3 processing procedures are required.
- A drug that contains 2 aggressive components. The solution destroys the wart by clotting the proteins in its cells.
- Means for removing warts contain various types of aggressive acids: acetic, oxalic, lactic.
Recently, many new products have appeared on the market that are difficult to find in a pharmacy. The preparations are based on herbal ingredients that are safe for human skin. They help to get rid of unwanted growths in 1-1. 5 months.
Traditional medicine
There are many home remedies for warts and papillomas. The most popular and effective should be listed:
- Garlic ointment: a mush is made with acetic acid, lard and a few cloves of garlic. The resulting product is applied to the wart at night. A small piece of bandage is applied to the treated skin area. The procedure is repeated until the skin is completely clean.
- Onion ointment with honey. The drug is not suitable for people allergic to bee products. Vegetable juice is mixed with honey in a 2: 1 ratio.
- Celandine. The plant is cut closer to the root and the warts are smeared with yellow juice every 3-4 hours. Education disappears a month after such treatment.
There are many home and pharmacy remedies to remove papillomas from the surface of the skin. However, all of them must be agreed with the doctor. Treatment of moles or malignant tumors with the above methods can lead to an aggravation of the situation or an infection of the epidermis.