Generic name:ingenol topical [ IN-je-nol-TOP-i-kal ]
Drug class:Topical antineoplastics
What is Picato Gel?
Picato works by causing the death of certain cells in the body.
Picato gel is used to treat actinic keratosis (warty overgrowths of skin) on the face, scalp, arms, and legs.
Picato gel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Use Picato gel exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Using too much of this medicine, or using it for too long can increase your risk of severe skin reactions. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after applying the gel. Do not use Picato on sunburned skin, or on areas of skin that are still healing after surgery or treatment with other medications. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medicine. Do not get this medication in your eyes. If this does happen, rinse with water and call your doctor at once. Avoid getting the medication in your mouth or vagina. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water.
Avoid letting treated skin areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching a treated skin area and then touching your eyes.
Call your doctor if your skin condition does not improve or if it gets worse during treatment.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Picato if you are allergic to ingenol
Tell your doctor if you have ever been treated for actinic keratosis.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you apply Picato to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
Picato is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
