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Imiquimod

Drug Class:	Commonly Known As:	Category:
Immune Modulator	Aldara	Adult, Children

Imiquimod - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Imiquimod cause?

Imiquimod cream causes mild to moderate skin reactions. These reactions may show that the medicine is working.

Such side effects may include:

Redness, flakiness, rashes, hardening under the skin
Crust that forms during healing
Itching
Burning sensation
Stinging
Skin colour becomes lighter on the warts or on the skin around the warts

However, if your skin reacts badly or the skin reaction becomes too uncomfortable when using Imiquimod cream, wash the cream off with mild soap and water. Consult your doctor as soon as possible.

Before taking Imiquimod, what precautions must I follow?

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Imiquimod?

Updated on Friday, April 30, 2021

This article is contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup

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