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Aldara
Aldara is used to treat warts on the skin of the genital and anal areas. Aldara is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Imiquimod does not cure warts, and new warts may appear during treatment.
How Taken
This medicine comes as a topical cream in unit-of-use packages. One packet of imiquimod is used to apply a thin layer of cream to the wart area three times per week, just before going to sleep. A schedule of Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday is suggested. Rub the cream into the skin until no more cream is visible. Do not put any covering on the area. Imiquimod should be left on the skin for 6 to 10 hours. Upon waking, wash the area with mild soap and water to remove excess cream. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use imiquimod exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. It is important to wash your hands before and after applying imiquimod to your skin.
Warnings/Precautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any drugs. Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, including vitamins.
Possible Side Effects
Some common side effects reported with this medicine include:
- blisters, scabs, or bumps on the skin
- change in skin color
- headache
- muscle weakness or pain
- redness, itching, or burning of the skin
- flaking of the skin
- swelling or pain in the area where imiquimod was applied
- fever
- flu-like symptoms
- fungal infection
Missed Dose
Apply imiquimod just before going to bed on the day that you remember. Apply only the single dose, do not apply a double dose. Resume a Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday schedule, depending on what day you resume treatment.
Storage
Keep Aldara in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
Pregnancy/Nursing
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using imiquimod, call your doctor.
More Information
For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or health care provider.
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