Effective drugs, tablets and preparations for the treatment of papillomas

Human papillomavirus is the second most common virus after the herpesvirus family. It happens to almost everyone, many of whom are asymptomatic carriers. However, not everyone develops papillomas, warts, and other manifestations. In the article we will tell you what factors influence the appearance of papillomas and how to effectively fight them with the help of medications.

causes of papilloma

Papillomaviruses don't always become active; a healthy immune system can successfully suppress the infection. But once protection wears off, HPV can multiply, triggering uncontrolled division of epidermal cells. Most commonly, warts and papillomas on the skin appear in the following types of people:

• Children and adolescents whose immunity is not yet complete;
• Pregnant women due to natural immune suppression required for childbearing;

• the elderly;
• Smokers and regular drinkers;
• obesity;
• Patients with diabetes and thyroid disease;
• Immunocompromised patients, including those with HIV;
• People who have been treated with powerful antibiotics, corticosteroids, and cytostatics.

Strategies to fight papilloma

Treatment of papillomas should be comprehensive. It includes several areas:

• removal of tumors;
• Immunomodulatory therapy as needed;
• Overall health improved and lifestyle optimized.

Modern pharmacology offers a number of drugs for the treatment of papillomatosis that address the first two points quite successfully.

Preparation for self-excision of papilloma

Doctors strongly advise against removing papillomas at home; they give several arguments:

• It can be difficult for a layperson to distinguish papillomas or warts from other growths. This requires taking a biopsy and then examining the resulting microscopic sample at high magnification;
• To remove papillomas, doctors use modern and effective methods (cryodestruction, laser, radiation knife, electrocoagulation) that are beyond the reach of ordinary people;
• Household chemicals can cause burns and leave scars if used carelessly.

However, today's pharmacies offer many products for removing skin tumors. Below is a list of the most common ones.

1. Effective drug with mummifying and cauterizing effects. Its basis is phenol and 3-methylphenol - substances that coagulate proteins. The product is available as an oily solution in a glass bottle. Applicator attached to lid. The drug is cheap and one bottle is enough to remove large amounts of tumors.For small linear or pedunculated papillomas, one application is enough. If the wart is old, keratinized or dry, it is recommended to soften the keratin layer with a salicylic acid patch or salicylic acid ointment before applying the solution. Apply it to large old formations several times, resting for 3-5 minutes in between.

   important!The drug prohibits the removal of papillomas and genital warts on the mucosa. This is bad for your health!

   This drug is allowed to be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women (on doctor's advice).
2. Preparations based on acids - nitric acid, acetic acid, oxalic acid, lactic acid. The cost is higher than previous products.The drug acts on warts in a drying and necrotic manner. Available in solution form. After use, the growths will change color and fall off after a few days; a scab will form on the area and cannot be removed or it may leave a scar. The skin must heal on its own. Scope of application - any common warts, flat warts, genital warts.

   important!This drug should not be applied to the face or anogenital area - the burning sensation may be too strong, and there is a risk of acid entering the eyes or mucous membranes!

   It is recommended to use medicine to remove no more than 3 warts at one time, and the total area should not exceed 3cm². Pregnant and lactating women should use this drug only in a clinic or hospital operating room, as prescribed by a doctor and under his supervision.In addition to this drug, pharmacies sometimes sell another acid-based drug (lactic acid and salicylic acid). The principles of use, indications and contraindications are the same.
3. For those who do not want to cauterize warts with concentrated acids and chemicals, another method was invented - freezing. This is an aerosol containing dimethyl ether and propane.This medication is effective against all types of common warts, including plantar warts, filiform warts, and flat warts. There are virtually no usage restrictions. This product contains no toxic ingredients and is suitable for pregnant women, lactating women and children over 4 years old. The aerosol is applied using a special disposable foam applicator that delivers the ether precisely to the desired location. Spray the product on for 10-20 seconds (depending on the size of the wart or papilloma). Fresh, small structures will disappear after one application; large and old structures may require 2-4 applications.This is an easy-to-use and safe product developed by a Japanese company. Its only drawback is its high price. One bottle is enough to treat 5-8 warts or 12 small papillomas.There is an alternative to the previous drug, this time made in Ireland. And the cost is slightly lower. Indications, contraindications and usage are the same.

immunomodulatory therapy

Drug treatment of papillomas involves inhibiting the activity of the HPV virus to avoid the emergence of new structures to replace the ones that have been removed. For this purpose, antiviral and immunomodulatory drugs are used, simultaneously with measures to remove papillomas and warts, as well as topical therapeutic drugs.

1. Medications commonly used by doctors to suppress HPV. Stimulates the synthesis of killer cells and helper cells, the production of interleukin-2, and enhances the activity of monocytes and nuclear cells. All of these help inhibit the replication (reproduction) of the virus in cells.Oral tablets, 2 tablets each time, 4 times a day, taken regularly. The course of treatment is two weeks, followed by a week's rest and repeat treatment.The drug works best in the early stages when tumors have just emerged and can quickly and effectively suppress the virus. This product is suitable for children over 3 years old. For them, the dose is calculated based on body weight - 50 μg/kg. Pregnancy and lactation are contraindications to the use of this drug.
2. The solution is administered intravenously or rectally in the form of suppositories. Its basis is a plant polysaccharide that stimulates its own interferon production and inhibits viral replication. The cost is quite high. 5 ampoules are enough for one course of treatment.In addition to injections, a gel is applied to the skin after the tumor is removed. With such sophisticated treatment, the appearance of new papillomas can be avoided in 95% of cases.
3. Cream with immunomodulatory properties. Apply 3 times a week for 8-10 hours (at night) until desired results are achieved. According to user reviews, the drug is effective against defects such as filiform papilloma, senile keratoma, and genital warts.This medicine is not suitable for children under 18 years of age and breastfeeding women. During pregnancy, you need to consult a doctor.
4. Products based on interferon alfa-2b in gel, ointment or cream form are suitable for all categories, including pregnant women and infants. The drug is non-toxic and causes few side effects. Use 3 times a day for skin tumors, and the course of treatment is 2 weeks to 1 month. Price is low.
5. This medicine contains affinity-purified human interferon antibodies in homeopathic dilution. In general, doctors are skeptical of homeopathy, so they rarely prescribe it. But the product also has advantages: non-toxic, child-sized, and affordable. It is recommended not to take this medication alone, but as part of a comprehensive treatment.
6. Potent interferon inducer. Available in tablet form in 1 mg and 10 mg doses. The first is for children and people over 65 years old, and the second is for adults (except pregnant and breastfeeding women).It is recommended to take the medication every hour - equally spaced apart for maximum effectiveness. Course – 10 days. 1 mg tablet is taken 3 times a day, 10 mg - 1 time.The drug is completely non-toxic, well tolerated and can be used in combination with other medications.

Personal review of papilloma medications

• "I had small papillomas removed from my neck in a salon, but a year later they appeared again. It was a pity that for so much money the second time I bought an aerosol based on dimethyl ether and propane toTry. At first I was worried that there would be no results and I had to wait 10 days after applying. During this time I almost forgot that I was removing papillomas, but one day I took a shower and they were gone - IThe neck is very clean. "
• "I tried several times to remove warts on my hands with acetic acid. Although it was very painful, the warts disappeared. True, new plants grew in the same place. Apparently, the acid did not burn completely. The doctor recommended a method based onPhenol cauterizing medicine. I used it for a week, and the warts turned completely white, fell off, and never appeared again. "