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Imiquimod

Latest prescription information about Imiquimod. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Imiquimod
Pronunciation :  im-I-kwi-mod
Therapeutic Classification : Miscellaneous Dermatologicals
ICD Code : Y56.9
Trade Name(s): 
India- Imiquad, Nilwart.
International- Zyclara.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an immune response modifier, prescribed for certain types of skin growths (actinic keratoses) or skin cancer (superficial basal cell carcinoma).  
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Dosage & When it is to be taken : Topical: Apply a thin layer of this cream 2 times per week for 16 weeks.
How it should be taken : It comes as a cream to apply topically over the affected area as directed by your physician.
Warnings and Precautions : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of poor immune system, autoimmune disorder, human papilloma virus (HPV) infection, other types of skin cancer, broken, damaged or inflamed skin, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
* For external use only; avoid contact with vagina, eyes, nose, mouth, lips.
* Avoid exposure to sunlight.
Side Effects : 
Application site reaction, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, skin cancer, diarrhea, eczema, back pain, fatigue, abnormal heart rhythm, viral infection, dizziness, vomiting, urinary tract infection, fever, rigors and hair loss.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at 4 - 25°C.

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