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Ycanth Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
General Description
Pharmacological Class
How Supplied
Single-use applicators (w. break tools)—6, 12
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Mechanism of Action
The mechanism of action of cantharidin in the treatment of molluscum contagiosum is unknown.
Ycanth Indications
Indications
To treat molluscum contagiosum in patients ≥2yrs.
Ycanth Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<2yrs: not established. ≥2yrs: apply 1 single application to cover each lesion; max 2 applicators per treatment session. Remove with soap and water 24hrs post-treatment. Give every 3 weeks, as needed. Do not occlude.
Ycanth Contraindications
Not Applicable
Ycanth Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Ycanth Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for oral, mucosal, ophthalmic use. Toxicities associated with inappropriate administration. Avoid oral contact and touching lesions post-treatment. May cause ocular toxicity. Avoid near the eyes, mucosal tissues, and to adjacent healthy skin. Avoid other topical agents (eg, creams, lotions, sunscreen) on treated areas until 24hrs post-treatment or until washing. Remove prior to the 24hrs post-administration if severe blistering, pain or other severe adverse reactions occur. Flammable. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: avoid areas with risk for potential ingestion or by ocular exposure to child.
Ycanth Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Ycanth Interactions
Not Applicable
Ycanth Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local skin reactions (vesiculation, pain, pruritus, scabbing, erythema, discoloration, application site dryness, edema, erosion.
Ycanth Clinical Trials
See Literature
Ycanth Note
Not Applicable
Ycanth Patient Counseling
See Literature
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