How
should Aldara be used?
Aldara
comes as a topical cream in unit-of-use packages.
It is important to wash your hands before and after applying Aldara
to your skin. One packet of Aldara 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. Aldara 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 Aldara exactly as directed.
Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed
by your doctor.
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Aldara (brand )
Generic name : Imiquimod
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| Strength : 5% cream
Manufacturer : 3M Pharma
Quantity : 36 sachets (12 x 3) |
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Aldara (brand )
Generic name : Imiquimod
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| Strength : 5% cream
Manufacturer : 3M Pharma
Quantity : 12 sachets |
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What
special precautions should I follow?
Before
using Aldara, --
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Aldara
or any other drugs.
-- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, including vitamins.
-- 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.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Apply Aldara 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.
What
side effects can Aldara cause?
Although side effects from Aldara are not common, they can occur.
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not
go away:
-redness,
itching, or burning of the skin
- flaking of the skin
- swelling or pain in the area where Aldara was applied
- blisters, scabs, or bumps on the skin
- change in skin color
- headache
- muscle weakness or pain
- fever
- flu-like symptoms
- fungal infection
What storage conditions are needed for
Aldara?
Keep Imiquimod 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.
What
other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor. Aldara is for external
use only. Avoid sexual contact while the cream is on the skin.
Aldara may also weaken condoms and vaginal diaphragms.
Do
not apply dressings, bandages, cosmetics, lotions, or other skin
medications to the area being treated unless your doctor tells
you to.
Do
not let anyone else use your medication. Ask your pharmacist any
questions you have about refilling your prescription. Tell your
doctor if your skin condition gets worse or does not go away.
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