Imiquimod belongs to immune response modifiers, they help to activate immune system of organism against harmful skin growths. Imiquimod is a cream used to treat certain diseases and types of growths on the skin.
This medication is prescribed to patients with precancerous growths (actinic keratoses), skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma, Bowen's disease, superficial squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanomas), genitals/anus warts.
So, Imiquimod helps your own organism to activate natural forces and release a number of chemicals (cytokines). The most powerful is interferon, is a protein, which is used as a cancer treatment. Imiquimod stimulates cells to produce more interferon to destroy skin cancer cells.
Treatment by Imiquimod
Imiquimod should be applied to the affected skin once a day. Treatment depends on patients’ disease and approved by doctor. If you have keratoses Imiquimod applied twice a week for a full 16 weeks; basal cell carcinoma – 5 times a week for a full 6 weeks; treating warts - 3 times a week for up to 16 weeks.
Before applying the cream patient should wash hands and the treatment area with mild soap and water. After that you should wait the treatment area to dry thoroughly. Every time use a new packet of cream. Wash your hands after using. Covering the area with different bandages is permitted.
This medication should be used regularly to get the best results.
If Imiquimod got into the eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, immediately wash these areas with water. It can evoke skin irritation. So if you notice some side effects contact with you doctor.
During the treatment tell your doctor about changes in your condition.
If you lose your dose apply it as soon as you remember, but do not apply double dose.
Precautions.
Learn the composition and ingredients of Imiquimod Aldara before using. Tell your doctor if you have an allergy reaction to it.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or going to be.
Tell your doctor if your skin have specific reaction and sensitive to sunlight.
Tell your doctor about all medications, vitamins that you use or going to.
Tell your doctor about all changes in your skin.
Imiquimod Side effects.
Aldara Imiquimod may cause side effects. Tell your pharmacist about all changes in your condition.
Fever
headache
muscle pain
diarrhea
nausea
tiredness
swelling and pain in the treated area
dryness of the skin
redness and burning in the treated area
flu-like symptoms may also develop
Generic aldara may cause other side effects. Pay a great attention to your health.
You can buy Imiquimod Generic Aldara online without prescription.
