Description
ALDARA 5% Cream – Pack of 12 Sachets
Active Ingredient:
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Imiquimod 12.5 mg per sachet (250 mg cream)Mayo Clinic+3European Medicines Agency (EMA)+3GoodRx+3
Indications:
ALDARA is a topical cream used to treat:Verywell Health+2GoodRx+2FDA Access Data+2
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External genital and perianal warts (condyloma acuminata)
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Superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC)
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Actinic keratosis (AK)Cancer Research UK+9FDA Access Data+9PubMed+9NPS +7Clinicalinfo+7Verywell Health+7Medscape Reference+3PDR+3Mayo Clinic+3
Dosage and Administration:
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External Genital and Perianal Warts:
Apply a thin layer to the affected area 3 times per week (e.g., Monday, Wednesday, Friday) before bedtime. Leave the cream on for 6–10 hours, then wash off with mild soap and water. Continue treatment until total clearance or for a maximum of 16 weeks. Verywell Health+5PDR+5Drugs.com+5 -
Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma:
Apply a thin layer to the affected area 5 times per week (e.g., Monday through Friday) before bedtime. Leave the cream on for 8 hours, then wash off with mild soap and water. Continue treatment for 6 weeks. -
Actinic Keratosis:
Apply a thin layer to the affected area 2 times per week (e.g., Monday and Thursday) before bedtime. Leave the cream on for 8 hours, then wash off with mild soap and water. Continue treatment for 16 weeks.
Packaging:
Each sachet contains 250 mg of cream, equivalent to 12.5 mg of imiquimod. A pack contains 12 sachets, providing a complete treatment course for certain conditions. NPS +3Clinicalinfo+3Bausch Health+3
Side Effects:
Common side effects include local skin reactions such as redness, swelling, itching, and flaking. Systemic side effects may include flu-like symptoms, fatigue, and headache. Verywell Health
Precautions:
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Avoid use in individuals with a history of sensitivity to imiquimod or any of its components.
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Use with caution in patients with compromised immune systems.
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Not recommended during pregnancy unless clearly needed.FDA Access Data
Storage:
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep out of reach of children.
Note: Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding dosage and application.
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