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Aldara cream contains
the active ingredient imiquimod that causes your
body to produce more interferon. Aldara cream is to
be used only by the patient for whom it is
prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
Aldara cream may be used to treat external genital
and perianal (around the anus) warts in certain
patients. It also may be used for other conditions
as determined by your doctor. Aldara cream is an
immune response modifier.
Men who have not
been circumcised and are treating warts under the
foreskin should pull back the foreskin and clean the
area just before treatment. After applying, throw
away any unused medicine that is left in the packet
in a trash container, away from children and
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aldara now. Do not miss any doses.
Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly
distributed. Wash your hands immediately after using
this medicine. Leave the medicine on the skin for
the prescribed amount of time.
Do not
double the dose at any time to make up the missed
dose. Symptoms may include dizziness or fainting.
Take special care if applying the
cream at the
opening of the vagina because local skin reactions
on the delicate, moist surfaces can result in pain
or swelling, or may cause difficulty in passing
urine.
Regular followup will be needed to
monitor your
progress and
check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor
and lab appointments. Safety and effectiveness in
these age groups have not been confirmed.
Do not apply excessive amounts of this medicine to
the affected area. Do not wrap or otherwise cover
the treated area with bandages or wear tightfitting
clothing over the treated area unless specifically
directed by your doctor. However, cotton underwear
may be worn after applying medicine to the genital
or anal area.
Ask your doctor or
pharmacist about safe sex practices. If you are
being treated for genital or perianal warts, do not
have any type of sexual contact while the medicine
is on the skin. Aldara cream may cause buy aldara
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If it is
almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not
use 2 doses at once. If you forget a dose, apply the
missed dose of cream as soon as you remember and
then continue on the regular schedule.
Imiquimod is an immune response modifier. It causes
your body to produce more interferon. Interferon is
a substance which your body produces naturally to
help fight viruses and some skin diseases.
This discoloration may not go away when you stop
using the medicine. Discuss any concerns with your
doctor. If you have a skin reaction that affects
your daily activities, contact your doctor right
away.
Doing so will not improve your
condition faster and may increase your risk of side
effects. Aldara cream may decrease the effectiveness
of condoms and diaphragms. For this reason, you
should use safe sex practices.
Aldara
cream is used alone or in combination with other
medications to treat high blood pressure. Aldara
cream is used to treat external genital and perianal
warts and is different from most other treatments.
It is a patientapplied cream that helps the body
fight the virus instead of just getting rid of the
warts.
This may not be a complete list of
all interactions that may occur. Check with your
health care provider before you start, stop, or
change the dose of any medicine. Check the label on
the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you
must be outside for a prolonged period. Discuss any
questions or concerns with your doctor. Aldara cream
may cause a lightening or darkening of the skin
where it is applied.
Do not bathe or get
the area wet until it is time to remove the
medicine. The amount of time the medicine is left on
the skin varies depending on the condition being
treated. Wash the affected area with a mild soap and
water when it is time to remove the medicine.
Aldara cream may cause dizziness. Aldara cream is
not a cure for genital warts. Do not exceed the
recommended dose, leave the medicine on the skin
longer, or use the medicine for longer than
prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Aldara cream comes with an extra patient leaflet.
Allow the area to completely dry (at least 10
minutes) before applying the medicine. Apply a thin
layer of medicine to the affected area only.