Aldara Cream
Imiquimod cream for actinic keratosis and genital warts. It works by triggering the body's own immune response against the affected cells.
Aldara Cream is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Aldara Cream depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Aldara Cream details
- Alternative names
- imiquimod
- Therapeutic class
- Immune Response Modifier
- Pharmacological class
- Topical Antineoplastic
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to imiquimod
- Minor side effects
- erythema; skin peeling; dry skin
- Moderate side effects
- local burning; itching; oedema
- Serious side effects
- severe localised necrosis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Viatris
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults and children over twelve years.
Patient summary
Imiquimod cream for actinic keratosis and genital warts. It works by triggering the body's own immune response against the affected cells.
Mechanism of action
Acts as a toll-like receptor agonist, stimulating local cytokine production to recruit cellular immune responses against lesions.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Limited human data. Use with caution. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Aldara Cream names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Imiquimod at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.