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What is the use of aldara (imiquimod) and are there painful side effects?

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Aldara (imiquimod): Aldara (imiquimod) is an immune modulator used for the treatment of condylomata accuminata ( genital warts). It can cause pain, burning, irritation. It is also being used to treat some forms of vulva dysplasias as these are hpv related. Dermatologists are also using this for some skin cancers.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Im using imiquimod ( aldara ) . When i take it, i get the flu symptoms, and pain in body ( as if you have a feve ) is this dangerous ? Side effects?

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I was given Imiquimod 5% for warts. I applied ENTIRE 1st packet to warts. (My doc gave no instructions, pharmacist only said apply liberally to all warts) After 1hr and reading reviews/side effects, I have washed it off. How bad will side effects be?

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Is aldara (imiquimod) a dangerous medicine? Im going to take it against genital warts. Can this medicine cause any dangerous side effects? Deadly?

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Using aldara (imiquimod) for genitalwarts, given by my doctor. I use it in anus. Any dangerous side effects ? I have flu like symptoms. Is aldara (imiquimod) creme safe ? :-)

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Had small basal cell removed from forehead. Set to follow up with imiquimod but systemic side effects are a concern. Other options? 36/newly pregnant

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