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Common
uses
This medicine is an immune
response modifier used to treat external genital and perianal warts.
Cream
Chemical Name: IMIQUIMOD (i-mi-KWI-mod)
Before
using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR
PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow the directions for
using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine comes with a patient
information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist
any questions that you may have about this medicine. Wash and completely dry
the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed.
Wash your hands immediately after using this medicine. Do not apply this
medicine inside the vagina. DO NOT BANDAGE OR WRAP the affected area unless
directed otherwise by your doctor. Wash the affected area 6 to 10 hours after
applying this medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a
tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE and you are using it daily at bedtime, skip the missed dose. Do NOT
use the dose in the morning.
Cautions
IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL WEEKS for
this medicine to work. Do not stop using this medicine without checking with
your doctor. Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes or on the inside of your
nose and mouth. DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take this medicine for
longer than 16 weeks without checking with your doctor. THIS MEDICINE MAY
DECREASE THE EFFECTIVENESS of condoms and diaphragms. Use another form of birth
control while you are using this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while
you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss
the risks to your baby.
Possible
side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away
during treatment, include burning, itching, redness, peeling, or swelling of
surrounding areas. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
Pain or difficulty urinating may occur when this medicine is applied at the
opening of the vagina. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can result
in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.
If
you take too much
If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This
medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of overdose may include severe
flaking, cracking, or swelling of affected area; fainting; weakness; and
dizziness.
Additional
information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE
with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING
THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply
runs out.
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