ALDARA 5% CREAM 12SACHETS

What is Aldara 5 cream used for?

Aldara is a skin cream containing the chemical imiquimod (5%). This chemical is proven to be active against early forms of skin cancer and premalignant disease, such as superficial basal cell carcinoma, actinic (solar) keratoses, Bowen's disease, Paget disease of the vulva and vulval intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN).

How long does it take for Aldara cream to work?

Do not use Aldara for more than 16 weeks at a time. It usually takes 8-10 weeks for your warts to disappear, but warts may clear as early as 4 weeks. If your warts reappear, talk to your doctor. If your skin reacts badly to Aldara, your doctor may recommend that you stop treatment for a few days.

What happens when you use Aldara cream?

Treatment area reactions may include redness, swelling, itching, burning, pain/tenderness, thickening/hardening of the skin, peeling, or leaking a clear fluid. Also, changes in skin color may occur and may not go away.

How long do you leave Aldara on your face?

Before applying Aldara, should wash the treatment area with soap and water and allow the area to dry thoroughly. Aldara is to be applied to the affected area prior to normal sleeping hours and should be  on the skin for approximately 8 hours (6-10 hours).

How do I know if Aldara is working?

You may have redness, swelling, burning, itching, and tenderness. As the skin starts to heal, you will see scabs and flaking. These reactions indicate that the medicine is working.

What happens if you leave Aldara on too long?

Using too much Aldara, or using it for too long can increase your risk of severe skin reactions. Follow your doctor's instructions. Do not use Aldara on areas of wounded, or burned skin (including sunburn).

Does Aldara have side effects?

What Are Side Effects of Aldara? Common side effects of Aldara topical include: treatment area reactions such as skin redness, swelling, itching, irritation, dryness, burning, pain, tenderness, thickening/hardening of the skin, peeling, or leaking a clear fluid.