Podowart for Warts: An Effective Treatment You Can Get Online

Emerging Writers' Festival  
22/04/2016

We spoke with Brodie Lancaster ahead of her appearance at the  launch of the  highly anticipated 2016 Emerging Writers’ Festival Program.  A superstar in our eyes, we can’t wait to hear her talk to us all about failure and ambition at The Wheeler Centre on 10 May.

You are performing at our Program Launch: ‘Halfway Between the Gutter and the Stars’. Do you have moments you think about that encapsulate this theme in your own life?
You’ll have to hear my talk at the Program Launch to know the answer to that!
JK, but kind of. I guess all those in-between moments of limbo I’ve had in my life—times when I decided to move across the world or cut ties with someone or start (or quit) a big project—present that opportunity to either succeed or fail spectacularly. The decisions we make during those cloudy moments are what I think about when I hear the phrase, Halfway Between the Gutter and the Stars.

You do a lot – you founded the zine Filmme Fatales, you’re senior editor of The Good Copy, you write stuff yourself and have contributed to publications widely, plus more – how do you juggle all these things and transition between hats?
It’s not super glamorous or inspiring, but I don’t do much more but work. Even right now, I’m writing these answers as I go HAM on my inbox on an Amtrak from Portland to Seattle, where I’m giving a big talk tomorrow. But ultimately, everything I do kiiiiinda connects in some way, so each disparate job helps another.
The Good Copy is my day job—I’m a senior editor there and I work on editorial copywriting projects from nine to five—and it helps to keep my brain active and work out my technical writing muscles.
I put that exercise into practice when it comes to freelancing and I need to take feedback, be concise and clear in my arguments and phrase juuust the right tweet to share stuff I’ve written. (lol)
I work on Filmme Fatales both at work (it’s published by The Good Copy) and during any moment of downtime I have.
Oh, and I’m also trying to write a book right now hahahaha. I know.

What have you been working on lately?
I’m at the end of a two-month trip around America right now. While here, I’ve been covering the SXSW Film program for Filmme Fatales, I gave a talk in New York City and I’m about to give a talk on fangirls and One Direction at the EMP Pop Conference in Seattle. After that, I’m going to be taking a week in LA to work on my book a little more before I come home and get back into everything I talked about doing in the previous question.

What are you excited by in the Australian literary landscape at the moment?
Without sounding like a douchey name-dropper, I’m excited by how many people I know (or even just people my age, with similar levels of writing and life experience as I have) have books out that I can buy and read, and that so many other people can too! The first thing I’m doing when I get home is buying Jennifer Down’s Our Magic Hour; I just saw Omar Musa’s book Here Come The Dogs at Powell’s in Portland; Minna Gilligan’s Time After Time, which came out last year, is one of my favourite non-fiction books. As someone who is trying to write a book right now and who never ever thought I would or could or should write a book, it’s encouraging and invigorating to read incredible work by people who make that feel possible.

Have you any advice for fellow writers?
I have a lot! But real quick, I think it is very important to remember to write what you know and like, and not what you think you’re supposed to be writing for whatever trend/style/internetty reason.

What aspects of the Emerging Writers’ Festival do you look forward to?
I love seeing everyone from Twitter IRL!!!!!! Also I really love the diversity of the programming (shoutout to me and my fellow cute’n’smart members of this year’s Programming Advisory Committee) and the commitment EWF has always had to programming people who aren’t just ~big names~; I always hear about or meet people at the festival whose work I didn’t know about before the event takes place.

Brodie Lancaster is the editor of Filmme Fatales, a zine about women and cinema, and a senior editor at The Good Copy, a writing studio in Collingwood. 

She has written for Rookie, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, Vulture and other publications. Her first book, a pop culture memoir called No Way! Okay, Fine!, will be out next year with Hachette.

Early Bird Tickets to The National Writers’ Conference are available now. Taking place over two days, with over seventy speakers, The National Writers’ Conference features panels, conversations, and performances, allowing you meet this year’s Ambassadors and other writers from around Australia.

Golden Tickets to the Emerging Writers’ Festival are also available now. Golden Tickets are your passport to the Emerging Writers’ Festival. They will give you access to the National Writers’ Conference, plus the rest of the festival including all panels, talks, performances and selected workshops.

The 2016 Emerging Writers’ Festival program launches on Tuesday, 10 May at The Wheeler Centre.

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Podowart Review: A Doctor’s Guide for Australian Adults Over 30

Attention: Warts Are More Than a Cosmetic Problem

If you are over 30 and still dealing with a wart on your hand, foot, or sole, you already know the frustration. Warts can hurt when you walk, catch on clothing, spread into clusters, and make you feel embarrassed at the pool, gym, or even in your own home. Many adults tell me they have tried pharmacy plasters, freezing sprays, or home remedies for months—sometimes years—without success. The result is often the same: the wart comes back, the surrounding skin becomes damaged, and you feel stuck.

This is especially difficult for Australians living in remote or regional areas. You may not have quick access to a dermatologist, and repeated GP visits for liquid nitrogen can be expensive and time-consuming. The good news is that Podowart offers a targeted, at-home treatment option that can fit into your normal routine.

Interest: What Is Podowart and Why Does It Work?

Podowart is a topical paint that contains podophyllotoxin 0.5%. Podophyllotoxin is a purified plant-derived compound that stops wart cells from multiplying. When applied directly to a wart, it disrupts the abnormal cell growth that keeps the wart alive. Over a series of short treatment cycles, the wart tissue gradually dies, dries, and separates from healthy skin.

From a doctor’s point of view, Podowart is a modern, precise treatment because it contains a standardised active ingredient. This means each dose is consistent, which makes it safer and more predictable than older crude resin products.

Podowart at a glance
Feature Doctor’s summary
Active ingredient Podophyllotoxin 0.5% solution
Mechanism of action Blocks wart cell division, causing wart tissue to die and peel
Best suited for Common warts, plantar warts, and mosaic warts on hands and feet
Maximum treatment area 4 cm² per cycle, roughly the size of a 20-cent coin
Scarring risk Low when healthy surrounding skin is protected
Typical adult course Apply twice daily for 3 days, rest for 4 days, repeat if needed

Desire: Practical Answers to Your Most Common Questions

How to get Podowart if I am in a remote area?

This is one of the most common concerns I hear from patients in regional Queensland, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and rural New South Wales. The answer is simpler than many people expect. You do not need to live in a capital city to access podophyllotoxin treatment.

In short, distance is not a barrier for this treatment. A telehealth consultation, an e-prescription, and a pharmacy delivery can put Podowart in your hands within days.

Is Podowart harmful to the environment?

When used correctly, Podowart is not a major environmental concern. Podophyllotoxin is naturally derived and the amount applied to the skin is extremely small—typically measured in tiny drops. It does not persist as a large-scale pollutant and does not accumulate in the food chain in the way some industrial chemicals do.

However, there are a few sensible precautions:

From an ecological perspective, the environmental impact of a properly used wart paint is negligible compared with many common household products.

How to minimise scarring from Podowart?

Scarring is rare when Podowart is used carefully. Most marks left after warts heal are either hyperpigmentation or shallow scabs that fade over time. To keep the risk as low as possible:

What is the maximum treatment area for Podowart?

In adults, the maximum total area of warts treated at one time should be 4 cm². That is about 2 cm × 2 cm, roughly the size of a 20-cent coin. This limit reduces the risk of local irritation and systemic absorption. If you have a larger cluster, do not try to treat everything at once. Treat one zone, complete the cycle, allow the skin to recover, and then treat another zone in a later cycle.

For most people, this is more than enough for a typical plantar wart or a small mosaic wart field. If your wart area is larger than 4 cm², see your GP or podiatrist for a staged treatment plan.

How to apply Podowart on a mosaic wart?

Mosaic warts are clusters of small warts that often appear on the soles of the feet or on the palms. They can look like a rough, cauliflower-like patch. The goal is to treat every individual wart point without damaging the normal skin between them.

  1. Soak the affected foot or hand in warm water for 5–10 minutes to soften the thick skin.
  2. Gently remove loose dead skin with a clean pumice stone or emery board. Do not make the skin bleed.
  3. Dry the area thoroughly.
  4. Apply petroleum jelly or zinc barrier around the entire mosaic cluster, but not on the warts themselves.
  5. Dip a clean cotton bud into Podowart and carefully touch each individual wart point in the cluster.
  6. Allow the solution to dry for 5–10 minutes before covering with socks or shoes.
  7. If the mosaic cluster is larger than 4 cm², split treatment into separate zones over different cycles.

Can Podowart be used on plantar warts?

Yes. Plantar warts on the weight-bearing sole of the foot are one of the most common reasons I prescribe podophyllotoxin. However, plantar warts are often covered by thick callus, so the active ingredient must reach the wart tissue to work. For best results:

Plantar warts can be stubborn, but most adults see visible improvement within two to three treatment cycles.

What is the difference between Podowart and Podophyllin?

This is an important distinction. Many patients confuse the two names, but they are not the same product.

Podowart vs Podophyllin
Feature Podowart (podophyllotoxin 0.5%) Podophyllin (crude resin)
Composition Purified, standardised podophyllotoxin Crude plant resin with variable active compounds
Consistency Predictable concentration from batch to batch Variable potency depending on source and preparation
Safety profile Lower risk of excessive irritation when used correctly Higher risk of burning, pain, and systemic toxicity
Ease of use Designed for careful home application Often messy and best applied by a clinician
Modern use in Australia Preferred modern podophyllotoxin therapy Largely historical or specialist only

How to layer Podowart with moisturiser?

Correct layering matters because moisturiser can block Podowart absorption if applied first. The correct sequence is:

  1. Wash and dry the affected area.
  2. Apply a thin protective barrier such as petroleum jelly around the wart, but not on it.
  3. Apply Podowart directly to the wart using a cotton bud.
  4. Wait 5–10 minutes until the solution has completely dried.
  5. Apply a plain moisturiser to the surrounding skin, avoiding the treated wart itself.
  6. On rest days, moisturise the whole area freely to support skin recovery.

Never mix Podowart directly with moisturiser, and do not apply a heavy occlusive bandage over wet solution unless your doctor specifically advises it.

Action: Take Control of Your Wart Today

If you are living with a painful plantar wart, a spreading mosaic wart, or a common wart that has refused to go away, Podowart is a practical and effective option worth discussing with your doctor. Its standardised formulation, low scarring risk, and suitability for home use make it especially attractive for busy adults over 30.

You do not need to wait months for a specialist, and you do not need to live in a major city. A telehealth appointment, a private prescription, and postal pharmacy delivery can bring Podowart directly to your door—even in remote Australia.

Doctor’s bottom line: Podowart offers targeted, predictable treatment for common, plantar, and mosaic warts. When used properly—protecting surrounding skin, respecting the maximum 4 cm² treatment area, and following the treatment cycle—it can clear warts with minimal scarring and minimal disruption to your daily life.

Stop waiting for warts to disappear on their own. Book a telehealth consultation today and ask your GP whether Podowart is right for you. Start the treatment cycle, protect your skin, and give your body the chance to heal cleanly. In a few weeks, you may finally see the clear, smooth skin you have been looking for.

This article is written from a medical perspective for general information and does not replace individual medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting any new treatment.



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