Imiquad Cream 5%

This cream is usually used to treat some types of growth on the skin. These skin growths are warts on the outside of the anus or genitals, a certain type of skin cancer (basal cell carcinoma), and precancerous growths (actinic keratosis). While the active ingredient is Imiquimod, it also contains other inactive ingredients such as oleic acid, stearyl alcohol, xanthan gum, purified water, polysorbate, and others. Imiquad Cream 5% belongs to a group of medications called immune response modifiers. This medication works by helping to activate your immune system to fight against abnormal skin growth. Imiquad Cream 5% should not be used in children under 12 years old without a doctor’s approval.

The manufacturer of Imiquad Cream 5% is Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited.

How to Use Imiquad Cream 5%?

This medication is intended for external application only. Avoid touching this cream on your eyes and mouth. However, if you get this medicine in the areas listed above, flush plenty of water. Before using Imiquad Cream 5%, wash your hands and the affected area. After that, dry well this area and apply a thin layer of cream. You should leave this cream for nighttime (roughly 8 hours) and not cover with bandages the affected area. In the morning, wash your hands and the treated area with soap to clean the cream. It is not recommended to leave this cream for more time than is prescribed by your physician. To get a better effect from Imiquad, you should use it each day and at the same time. If you see no improvements in your condition after the first 7 days of treatment, contact a physician immediately.

Dosages

The dosages usually vary among patients. It depends on the severity of your medical condition, age, other medicines that you may use, and your response to therapy. If you are not sure what dosage is better for you, avoid using Imiquimod or consult a doctor. Use this medicine even if you feel well because if you stop suddenly the treatment, symptoms may return.

• Imiquad Cream 5% (3×0.25 g saches/pack)

Missed Dose

You should not miss a dose because symptoms may return and your health condition becomes difficult to treat. Therefore, physicians recommend taking the dose as soon as possible, in case you miss one. If it is too close to the time for the next dose, just skip the missed dose and continue the regular treatment. It is not allowed to administer an increased dose the next time to catch up because it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Overdose

In rare cases, you may notice an overdose due to an increased dose of Imiquimod. Symptoms of overdose include severe dizziness, breathlessness, passing out, fast or pounding heartbeat, and others. In case you experience any of the symptoms listed above, stop taking Imiquad Cream 5% and seek medical attention right away. For more information, talk to a physician.

Side Effects of Imiquad Cream 5%

All medicines may give you certain adverse reactions and Imiquad Cream 5% is not an exception. However, if you are on treatment with Imiquimod, you may not notice any of the following adverse effects. Some factors that can cause side effects such as dehydration, allergy, and overdose. There are three types of negative effects: mild, moderate, and severe.

Mild Side Effects

Usually, patients ignore this category of adverse effects but it is advised to tell your doctor if you experience any of them. Check some examples below:

• Thickening, tenderness, and redness of the skin
• Cough
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Nausea

Moderate Side Effects

This category of side effects usually is not dangerous for the patients and they can continue the treatment safely. For example:

• Itching, swelling, and hardening of the skin
• Muscle aches
• Tiredness
• Diarrhea

Severe Side Effects

Rarely, this category of negative effects may occur due to an increased dose of Imiquad Cream 5%. If you are noticing any of the following side effects, stop using Imiquad Cream 5% and consult a doctor right away. Your healthcare professional may be able to help you to prevent or avoid adverse effects. Check below some examples:

• Swollen glands (lymph nodes)
• Chest pain
• Urinating problems
• Fever
• Back pain
• Burning or pain of the skin

This document does not contain a complete list of adverse effects. Hence, if you experience any of the side effects listed above or both of them at the same time contact a healthcare professional right away.

Interactions

Imiquad Cream 5% may interact with some medicines and substances. Thus, other drugs may change how this medicine works by increasing the risk of side effects or decreasing its effectiveness. Share with your doctor all products that you are using before taking this medication. For example supplements, herbal products, vitamins, prescription medications, nonprescription medications, and others. Check some examples of drug interaction below:

• Methyl aminolevulinate topical
• Verteporfin
• Methoxsalen
• Porfimer

This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Consult a doctor before using this medicine.

Precautions

If you are suffering from any of the following conditions, talk to a doctor before using Imiquimod. For example:

• Surgery
• Immune system problems (such as HIV infection)
• Autoimmune disease (such as lupus, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, and others)
• Bone marrow disorders
• Diabetes
• Cancer

This cream may be used during pregnancy with a doctor’s approval only because it may harm your unborn baby. In addition, you should discuss with a physician before breastfeeding because it is unknown if Imiquimod passes into breast milk.

Storage

• Store this medicine in cool and dry places away from moisture and direct sunlight. Therefore, you should not keep Imiquad Cream 5% in the bathroom.
• Keep away Imiquimod from the reach of children and pets because it may be harmful to them.

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