Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read and follow the instructions in the leaflet carefully.
Ask your doctor if you have any questions. This medicine should only be used for skin conditions that your doctor is treating. Check with your doctor before using it for other conditions, especially if you think that a skin infection may be present.
This medicine should not be used to treat certain kinds of skin infections or conditions, such as severe burns. Use only the brand of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. Different brands may not work the same way. Do not use this medicine together with any other products containing imiquimod in the same treatment area.
This may increase risk for more serious side effects. The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. There is a problem with information submitted for this request.
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Error Include a valid email address. Store this medication at room temperature, prevent it from freezing, and keep it out of the reach of children. Do not dispose of medications in wastewater e. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired. Do not use imiquimod cream if you are allergic to imiquimod or any ingredients of the medication. Many medications can cause side effects.
A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is used in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time. Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome.
Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects. Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not check with your doctor or seek medical attention. Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:. Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.
Exposure to sunlight: You should avoid or minimize any exposure to sunlight including sunlamps and use protective clothing such as long sleeves and a hat during treatment with imiquimod cream due to an increased risk of sunburn.
If you get a sunburn, stop using the medication until you are fully recovered. Immunosuppressed individuals: The safety and effectiveness of imiquimod cream has not been determined for people with medical conditions that affect the immune system e.
If you have any condition affecting the immune system, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed. New genital warts or actinic keratosis AK lesions: During treatment with imiquimod cream, new genital warts or AK lesions may develop, but may clear with treatment.
Even though initial genital warts or AK lesions disappear with treatment, new lesions may develop in the future and will require further treatment. Keep in mind that genital warts and AK are considered chronic conditions, and imiquimod cream is not a cure. Sexual contact: If you are applying this medication to the external genital area, avoid sexual contact while the cream is on your skin.
The effect of this medication on the transmission of genital warts is unknown. Wash the medication off before sexual contact and reapply afterwards. This medication may weaken condoms and vaginal diaphragms; therefore, wash off this medication prior to using these barrier methods of birth control.
Skin colour changes: Some people using imiquimod cream notice that the area where the cream was applied has become lighter or darker. Sometimes the change in skin colour is permanent. Skin conditions : This medication may worsen inflammatory skin conditions including a condition called chronic graft versus host disease. Skin reactions: If you experience a severe skin reaction to this cream, wash the area with mild soap and water. Once the reaction has cleared, start using the cream again, unless your doctor has told you to stop using it.
Superficial basal cell skin cancer: The safety and effectiveness of this medication have not been established for basal cell skin cancer of the face, head, hands, feet, or anal and genital areas.
Uncircumcised men: If you use this medication to treat warts under the penis foreskin, you should pull back the foreskin and clean the area each morning. Pregnancy: This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if imiquimod passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking this medication, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding. Children: The safety and effectiveness of using this medication have not been established for children less than 18 years of age. If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.
Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:. An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed. Medications other than those listed above may interact with this medication. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter non-prescription , and herbal medications you are taking.
Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
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