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Tri-Chlor

trichloroacetic acid
Used for HPV

Trichloroacetic acid is a topical gel used to treat genital warts. It's applied by a healthcare provider and can be repeated weekly as needed. The gel can sometimes cause skin irritations and pain. And your provider will make sure to use the smallest amount of this medication to prevent skin problems.

Reviewed by:Last reviewed on September 13, 2022
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What is Trichloroacetic acid?

What is Trichloroacetic acid used for?

  • Genital warts
  • Anal warts

Drug facts

Common BrandsTri-Chlor(brand no longer available)
Drug ClassKeratolytic agent
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityPrescription only
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Trichloroacetic acid dosage

Typical dosage for Trichloroacetic acid

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What are alternatives to Trichloroacetic acid?

There are a number of medications that your doctor can prescribe in place of Trichloroacetic acid. Compare a few possible alternatives below.
Trichloroacetic acid
Used for:
  • Genital warts
  • Anal warts
Used for:
  • Face or scalp actinic keratosis (scaly precancerous spot or growth on the skin) in adults - all brands and strengths
  • Genital and anal warts in adults and children 12 years and older - Zyclara 3.75% and Aldara 5% only
  • Superficial basal cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer) in adults - Aldara 5% only
$29.76Lowest GoodRx priceView prices
Used for:
$32.50Lowest GoodRx priceView prices