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Iminod5gm/100gm

Rx
Generic:
Imiquimod
Dosage form:
Cream
Pack size:
10gm tube
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৳ 275/unit

Pack: ৳ 275

At a glance

Imiquimod cream is used for the topical treatment of external genital and perianal warts, small superficial basal cell carcinomas, and actinic keratoses on the face or scalp.

Indications
  • External genital and perianal warts (adults)
  • Small superficial basal cell carcinomas (adults)
  • Actinic keratoses on face or scalp (immunocompetent adults)
Dosage

Adult Dose (Topical):

  • External Genital & Perianal Warts (5% cream): Apply 3 times weekly (non-consecutive days) before bedtime, leave for 6-10 hours; max 16 weeks
  • External Genital & Perianal Warts (3.75% cream): Apply once daily until clearance or max 8 weeks
  • Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma (5% cream): Apply 5 times weekly (consecutive days) for 6 weeks, leave for 8 hours; assess response 12 weeks after treatment
  • Actinic Keratoses (2.5% or 3.75% cream): Apply daily on face/scalp for 2 weeks, 2-week break, assess response 8 weeks after 2nd course
  • Actinic Keratoses (5% cream): Apply 3 times weekly for 4 weeks, 4-week break, repeat if necessary

Child Dose: Safety and efficacy not established in children <12 years

Side effects

Common Side Effects:

  • Dry skin
  • Application site itching, burning, redness, swelling, skin ulceration

Others: Pustules, genital candidiasis, vaginitis, bacterial/fungal infections, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, dizziness, migraine, nausea, diarrhea, myalgia, arthralgia

Precautions & warnings

Precautions:

  • Avoid direct contact with eyes; if contact occurs, wash with water and seek immediate medical attention
  • Inform doctor if pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Inform doctor if any kidney or liver disease
  • Caution in patients receiving immunosuppressive medication
  • Application of excess cream or prolonged contact may cause severe local reactions
Imiquimod — see the full informationPharmacology, precautions, pregnancy, overdose and the rest on the generic page
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