China
A 26-year-old male asked:

Imiquimod has completely cleared all gen. warts after 12 apps.no side effects excpt the usual cell necrosis.how much longer should i continue using?

2 doctor answers3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Joseph Eastern
Dermatology 46 years experience
You're done.: I generally recommend continuing Imiquimod until all of the warts are healed, (up to a maximum of 16 weeks), so if the warts are gone, you can stop. If any return, or any new ones develop, repeat the treatment.
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Dr. Michael Tomeo
Dermatology 40 years experience
Ok to stop: Once you are clear , you can stop applying Imiquimod.
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Last updated Nov 4, 2019

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