Long used in ayurvedic medicine, podophyllum is a natural remedy sometimes touted as a natural treatment for the genital warts associated with human papillomaviruses (HPV). The roots of podophyllum contain podophyllotoxin, a substance thought to treat a range of skin disorders when applied topically (but known to act as a poison when consumed orally).
To date, very few studies have looked at whether podophyllum can fight HPV-associated genital warts. However, a small study published in the journal Sexually Transmitted Diseases in 2011 indicates that a podophyllotoxin 0.5% solution may be safe and effective in treatment of this condition.
While HPV infection often leads to the development of genital warts, other people with HPV show no symptoms of infection. Therefore, it's important for women to get screened for HPV on a regular basis. It's important to note that although usage of latex condoms can greatly reduce HPV risk, condoms do not eliminate the risk of catching or transmitting HPV. Read the article: Podophyllum - What You Need to Know.
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