– A local skin reaction at the treatment site is expected and, in severe cases, an interruption from treatment may be needed. Resume treatment after the reaction subsides. – Stop applying imiquimod as soon as possible if the skin becomes infected or if nausea, fever, tiredness and influenza-like symptoms occur. – Do not use imiquimod on sunburned skin, wait until the area has healed. – Protect skin treated with imiquimod from sunlight or artificial tanning for the duration of the treatment period. – Do not cover the treatment area with bandages or other dressings but, if necessary, a cotton gauze may be used to manage skin reactions (e.g. weeping sores). – Areas treated with imiquimod may appear lighter or darker than the surrounding skin and for some people these changes will be permanent. – The multi-use pump should be primed a number of times until cream appears. – Use only enough cream to cover the treatment area, as excessive use can worsen unwanted side effects. – The contents of the multi-use pump should be used within 4 weeks of opening and any unused cream should be carefully discarded. – Do not use cosmetics or any other skin care products on the treatment area unless advised to do so by a doctor. – Do not use imiquimod if you become pregnant. 2
What to expect with imiquimod?
Signs of an allergic reaction,like rash; hives; itching; red,swollen,blistered,or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing,swallowing,or
How much does imiquimod cost?
It is also used to treat other skin conditions such as actinic keratosis and certain types of skin cancer. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of imiquimod is around $29.48, 80% off the average retail price of $149.39. Compare immune response modifiers.
How long does imiquimod stay in your system?
The plasma (elimination) half-life of (Zyclara (imiquimod) observed at the end of the end of a study was 29.3±17.0 hours. Taking 29.3 hours as the elimination half life, it would take 161.15 hours (5.5 x 29.3 hours), approximately 6.7 days for Zyclara to be cleared from your system, so it’ll be in your system for that amount of time.
