Genital Warts

Aldara 5% Cream

Aldara 5% cream is a prescription medication used to treat genital warts. It contains the active ingredient imiquimod, which helps to clear up the warts by causing them to die. Aldara is available as a cream or lotion that is applied to the skin at least three times a week for up to 16 weeks.

Available Strength

5% Cream

Available Quantity

12 Sachets

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Aldara 5% cream is a prescription-only medication that is used to treat skin conditions caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The active ingredient in Aldara cream is imiquimod, which belongs to a group of medications called immune response modifiers. It works by stimulating the body's natural defence system to help fight off HPV infection and the skin conditions it can cause. In clinical studies, Aldara cream was found to be effective in treating both external genital warts and certain types of skin cancer (squamous cell carcinoma) caused by HPV.

What Does Aldara Treat?

Genital warts
Actinic keratosis
Basal cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma
Skin lesions

Aldara cream is only for external use and should not be ingested.
Do not apply the cream on injured, irritated, wounded or open skin. If it gets into your eyes, wash it out with water immediately.
Do not use the cream when pregnant or breastfeeding without consulting your doctor.
You must inform your doctor of any other prescription medication you are using before taking the cream.
You must inform your doctor of any underlying medical conditions you have before using the cream.

You must always follow the instructions given by your doctor, or read the information provided on the package leaflet for effective results.
Wash your hands thoroughly and dry them before and after using the cream.
Apply the cream to the affected skin and rub gently until it is fully absorbed.
Wait for the cream to dry before applying other ointments to avoid contamination.
The cream is applied to the affected area of the skin two or three times a week, depending on the severity of the infection.
Aldara cream can be applied in the morning or evening, as long as one maintains consistency throughout the treatment.
Continue with your treatment for the recommended period, until your dose ends even if your symptoms seem to improve sooner.

The active ingredient in Aldara cream is imiquimod.
The inactive ingredients are sorbitan stearate, cetyl alcohol, propyl hydroxybenzoate, Isostearic acid, xanthan gum, benzyl alcohol, glycerol, stearyl alcohol, methyl hydroxybenzoate, purified water among others.

Itching
Redness
Dry skin
Bubbles under the skin
Open sores

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