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Imiquimod

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There is limited data on the safety of imiquimod in pregnancy, while it doesn't appear to have negative effects on the baby, other treatments should be tried first.

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23 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Topical anti viral drug

Brands

Aldara

Side Effects

Common

Heartburn
Pain
Chest pain
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Swollen glands
Loss of appetite
Chest pain or discomfort
Reduced appetite

Treats

Genital warts
3.5
70 reviews
Common warts
3.3
60 reviews
Skin cancer
3.2
13 reviews
Plantar warts
2.8
87 reviews
Warts
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How do I make aldara (imiquimod) more effective? Not sure if it's working.

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Can aldara (imiquimod) be bought over the counter?

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is using aldara (imiquimod) cream for the same purpose?

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How long should aldara (imiquimod) take to remove warts?

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Does aldara (imiquimod) take a long time to work on warts?

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How soon after using aldara (imiquimod) cream should I see results?

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

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I am argentina. I need information. What is aldara (imiquimod) a cream for?

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For mature people please..I use aldara (imiquimod 5% cream) and need advice?

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Is aldara (imiquimod) dangerous to use ? Does it have any dangerous side effects ?

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How effective is aldara (imiquimod) cream to cure my warts?

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Is it possible that imiquimod can have unforeseen adverse effects?

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Should I avoid sunlight when using aldara (imiquimod) even if it's only being applied to a small area of my finger?

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I have been diagnosed with flat warts. I have been prescribed imiquimod cream and have not seen any results and have such a large amount. I don't want?

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How does aldara (imiquimod) cream work on hpv?

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Aldara (imiquimod) for aks all over abdomen ok?

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