Panavir gel for papillomas
The content of the article:
- Composition
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How the drug works
- Antiviral action
- Immunomodulatory action
- Does the drug help
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Panavir from warts and papillomas: instructions for use
- Indications for use
- Side effects
- Contraindications
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Papillomas: a brief description
- What does papilloma look like?
- Causes and ways of infection
- Consequences: is it dangerous
- Doctor's advice
- Video
Papillomas are benign neoplasms that can be localized anywhere on the skin and mucous membranes. In most cases, their appearance is associated with human papillomavirus infection. Treatment of papillomas includes several components - the use of local antiviral drugs (in the form of ointments, gels, creams, suppositories), removal of formations and general strengthening therapy. Panavir gel for papillomas has antiviral properties and stimulates immunity, therefore it can be used to treat pathology.
Panavir - plant-based papilloma gel
Composition
Panavir is a herbal preparation, the active ingredient of which is an extract from the shoots of Solanum tuberosum (Tuberous nightshade). Additionally, the gel contains auxiliary substances: glycerol, macrogol, ethanol, sodium hydroxide, lanthanum salts and water.
How the drug works
Panavir is a drug that has a direct antiviral and immunomodulatory effect. Thus, the drug affects two components of the mechanism of development of papillomas - the impact of papillomaviruses and weakened immunity. This allows for greater efficiency in the treatment of pathology.
Antiviral action
Panavir fights viral infection as follows:
- prevents the penetration of the virus into the cell;
- inhibits the replication of viruses in already infected cells;
- protects cells from the effects of viruses, that is, it has a cytoprotective effect.
Panavir is a broad-spectrum drug. It does not act specifically against any viral infection; its action extends to different types of viruses, including papillomaviruses.
Immunomodulatory action
In addition to the antiviral effect, the drug also affects the state of local immunity. Panavir affects both humoral and cellular immunity, increases the body's resistance to infections. How is the immunomodulatory effect carried out at the site of application:
- the production of interferons increases;
- the content of immunoglobulins increases;
- the content of T-lymphocytes and macrophages increases.
Does the drug help
Clinical studies indicate the high effectiveness of Panavir in the treatment of small and single formations. In about 60-70% of cases, it was possible to achieve a clinical effect (disappearance of papillomas). When large areas of the skin are affected or formations larger than 1 mm appear, the effectiveness of the drug is low. The effectiveness of Panavir can also be assessed using polymerase chain reaction (PCR), a study that will help determine the presence or absence of papillomaviruses.
Panavir from warts and papillomas: instructions for use
Before using the gel, be sure to read the instructions and make sure there are no contraindications. Panavir gel is applied topically - it is applied in a thin layer to the affected areas of the skin or mucous membranes. The gel should be applied 2 times a day to clean skin. The duration of the course of treatment is 1 week.
Indications for use
Panavir gel is a topical product. It can be used to treat human papillomavirus infection and other diseases. What pathogens does this drug act on:
- herpes simplex viruses;
- cytomegalovirus;
- adenoviruses;
- influenza virus;
- papillomaviruses.
Thus, papillomaviruses, which cause the appearance of papillomas, are sensitive to Panavir, so the drug can be used to treat pathology.
Panavir gel can be used to treat papillomas and genital warts of the following localizations:
- face (excluding the eye area);
- neck;
- stomach, chest, back;
- upper and lower limbs;
- anogenital zone.
Side effects
Usually Panavir is well tolerated, side effects are rare and in most cases are associated with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. What side reactions can develop when using the drug:
- redness of the skin;
- itching and numbness;
- puffiness at the site of application of the gel;
- skin rashes.
Clinical trials confirm the absence of mutagenic and teratogenic effects.
Contraindications
In what cases this remedy cannot be used:
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the drug.
- Severe pathology of the kidneys and liver.
- Lactation period.
- Children under 12 years old.
Papillomas: a brief description
In most cases, skin lesions are caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV belongs to the group of herpes viruses; today there are more than 100 types of viruses that can cause various skin formations. The most dangerous are HPV-16 and HPV-18, which are the cause of about 75% of cervical cancers. The danger depends on the degree of oncogenicity of the virus.
What does papilloma look like?
Papilloma can appear anywhere on the skin and mucous membranes. Most often, the skin around the eyes and the intimate area is affected. What the build-up looks like:
- has a papillary appearance, when it grows it resembles a cockscomb or cauliflower;
- small size (0.5–2 mm);
- with clear contours;
- pink or light brown;
- more often single, but there are also multiple formations (in this case we are talking about papillomatosis);
- the surface of the neoplasm is smooth and even.
In most cases, the appearance of papilloma is not accompanied by additional symptoms.
Causes and ways of infection
The main reason for the appearance of papillomas is infection with papillomaviruses. Human papillomavirus infection is a widespread pathology; approximately every third adult is infected with one or another HPV strain.
Clinical manifestations of HPV infection do not appear immediately, but approximately 1–2 months after infection.
Not in all cases of HPV infection, clinical manifestations of pathology develop, cells of the immune system can attack the virus. Some individuals are more susceptible to infection, this is due to a weakened immune system. The risk group for the development of HPV infection includes patients who have the following conditions:
- oncological diseases;
- taking medications that have immunosuppressive properties (glucocorticoids, cytostatics);
- pregnancy;
- sexually transmitted infections (STIs);
- emotional stress, the influence of stress;
- frequent hypothermia;
- chronic infectious diseases.
Consequences: is it dangerous
In most cases, the appearance of papillomas is not dangerous to human health and life. If the lesions are localized in a prominent place, this can be perceived as a cosmetic defect. With frequent injury or improper treatment, complications can develop - bleeding, attachment of bacterial flora. The most dangerous is the appearance of papillomas in the genital area, since this is associated with a higher risk of malignancy of the formations.
Doctor's advice
Despite the fact that Panavir is a drug with proven antiviral efficacy, monotherapy with a drug does not always lead to the desired effect. For treatment, it is recommended to use an integrated approach, which includes the use of antiviral drugs (Panavir or its analogues) and destructive methods. Treatment should be selected by a doctor, taking into account several key points:
- size of education;
- localization;
- quantity (single, multiple);
- the age of the patient;
- HPV type;
- the presence of concomitant diseases.
To remove the lesions, medical and surgical methods of destruction can be used - Solkoderm, Podophyllin, cryotherapy, electrocoagulation, laser therapy, surgical excision.
| Removal method | How does it work |
| Cryotherapy | During cryodestruction, the removal of formations is based on the action of liquid nitrogen. The papilloma freezes, a bubble appears at the site of exposure to liquid nitrogen, which disappears after a week. |
| Electrocoagulation | Removal of formations using electrocoagulation is based on the effect of an electric current, which leads to its cauterization and destruction. |
| Laser therapy | In laser therapy, a directed light flux is applied to the skin or mucous membrane. After removal, no residue remains on the skin. |
| Surgical excision | This is the most invasive treatment in which the skin lesions are excised with a scalpel. Surgical excision is suitable for the removal of large and multiple formations, as well as for suspicion of their malignant nature. |
| Solkoderm | Solkoderm is a combined preparation based on acids (acetic, oxalic, lactic, nitric). Used only to treat skin lesions. |
| Podophyllin | Podophyllin is an extract of a plant of the genus Podophyllum, which has a cytostatic effect, that is, it stops cell proliferation. |
Thus, it is most effective to combine the use of Panavir gel with destructive methods. This approach allows you to remove existing papillomas and prevent the appearance of new ones.
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Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
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