MeSH definition : 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.;
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.