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Aldara
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- Manufacturer: 3M Pharmaceuticals
- Delivery Time: 1-3 days (overnight available)
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Aldara Overview
Aldara – Genital and Perianal Wart Treatment:
Aldara (imiquimod) is a powerful topical cream that is used primarily to treat external genital warts (EGW) and actinic keratosis (AK) in the skin. Aldara is only available by obtaining a prescription for this drug. Most commonly, doctors prescribed it as an alternative to minor surgical procedures which are used to treat both of these common forms of skin conditions. Aldara is intended to be used only as directed by a doctor.
Signs of genital warts:
Genital warts (HPV—Human Papilloma Virus) can show signs as soon as a day from contracting the virus or can lie dormant up to three years in the skin before surfacing. Usually they show first signs in red spotting (small red dots) that appear near the genitals and the anus. These can be sensitive and itch or bleed, or have no feeling at all. Over time, and if left untreated, they will continue to grow as the skin cells amass, taking on a fleshy, cauliflower-like appearance and bleeding or itching.
How to Take Aldara:
Only take Aldara as directed by your doctor. Your doctor may or may not adjust the dosage levels depending on the severity of your condition. Most often Aldara will be directed to be applied to the affected areas once per day, two days per week with a space of two to three days in between applications. Never use Aldara cream longer than your doctor tells you to, and never apply more than the directed amount. Always wash your hands thoroughly following an application of Aldara, and do not apply Aldara near the eyes, lips or mouth.
How Does Aldara Work:
Aldara works by activating the immune defense cells in your skin and targeting the area the virus has infected. Aldara can take up to 16 weeks, in some cases, to be effective. Aldara topical cream is prescribed by doctors to treat actinic keratosis, superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC), and external genital warts. Only take this drug as directed by your physician.
Side Effects of Aldara Include:
There are some side effects which can potentially occur when taking this prescription topical cream to treat genital warts, or actinic keratosis. The following potential side effects include:
- Redness
- Rash
- Itching
- Burning
- Inflammation
- Peeling
- Scabbing
- Crusting
- Discoloration of skin
- More warts may continue to surface from other infected cells
- It is not safe to use Aldara with condoms or diaphragms as they may compromise their effects
- Aldara does not prevent the transmission of HPV to another person
Aldara Precautions:
Talk to your doctor about any and ALL of the drugs that you are currently taking, even if they are over-the-counter, before taking Aldara, to avoid any drug interactions. This topical cream has not yet been tested in children under the age of 18 years. Women who are expecting a child or are currently nursing should talk to their doctor prior to taking Aldara cream, as it is unknown whether or not Aldara can be secreted in the breast milk.
Aldara Studies:
Aldara studies have confirmed that not only is this drug safe to use, but very effective as well. During the clinical trials, less than 5% of patients reported any side effects. Furthermore, during the clinical trials, Aldara showed an 82% success rate in the vehicle groups, consisting of both men and women, during a 16 week period, of which after 12 weeks of treatment this whopping 82% was wart-free. The odds are in favor of the patient when seeking treatment of their genital warts by using this topical cream.
