TreatmentTypical cycle
Patient-applied treatments
Imiquimod (Aldara)Apply at bedtime for 3 days, then rest 4 days; alternatively, may apply every other day for 3 applications; may repeat weekly cycles up to 16 weeks.
Podofilox (Condylox) solution or gelApply twice daily for 3 days, then rest 4 days; may repeat for 4 cycles.
Physician-applied treatments
CryotherapyUse liquid nitrogen or cryoprobe; may be repeated every 1 to 2 weeks, if necessary.
InterferonNot recommended for office use.
Podophyllin resinApply to each wart and allow to dry; may be repeated weekly, if necessary.
Trichloroacetic acidApply a small amount to visible warts and allow to dry; may be repeated weekly, if necessary.