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Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Aldara  Aldara has 32 Side Effects total
10 are Life Threatening
11 Occur Most Frequently
Uses of Aldara |
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| | Aldara is also known by the generic name Imiquimod
USES:
This medication is used to treat certain types of growths on the skin. These are precancerous growths (actinic keratoses), a certain type of skin cancer (superficial basal cell carcinoma), and warts on the outside of the genitals/anus. Treating these conditions can decrease complications from them. Imiquimod belongs to a group of drugs called immune response modifiers. It is believed to work by helping to activate your immune system to fight these abnormal skin growths.
This product is not recommended for use on children under 12 years of age unless specifically directed by your doctor.
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Aldara has 10 Life Threatening (Critical) Side Effects |
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| | Critical Seriousness - Accumulation of Fluid or Edema in the Tissues of the Vulva - Vulvar Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Cannot Empty Bladder - Urinary Retention is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Crusted Skin - Skin Crusting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Flu-Like Symptoms is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Infection caused by a Fungus - Fungal Infections is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Ringworm of Groin Area - Tinea Cruris is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Severe Redness of the Skin - Severe Erythema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Shallow Skin Ulcer - Superficial Skin Ulcer is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Small Skin Blister - Blistering Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara Critical Seriousness - Swollen Lymph Nodes - Lymphadenopathy is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Aldara |
Aldara has 11 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects |
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| | Complication at Treatment Site - Treatment Site Sequelae is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Crusted Skin - Skin Crusting is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Infection caused by a Fungus - Fungal Infections is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Puffy Skin - Skin Swelling is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Rash - Skin Rash is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Redness of Skin - Erythema is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Shallow Skin Ulcer - Superficial Skin Ulcer is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Skin Inflammation is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Small Skin Blister - Blistering Skin is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara Stinging of Skin is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Aldara |
Aldara Drug-Drug Interactions |
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| | Aldara has interactions of severe seriousness with 0 drug(s):
Aldara has interactions of serious seriousness with 0 drug(s).
Aldara has interactions of moderate seriousness with 0 drug(s).
Aldara has interactions of unknown seriousness with 0 drug(s).
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Aldara has 5 Condition Contraindications |
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| | If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Aldara.
Aldara Topical Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)
Relative Contraindications 
Graft Versus Host Disease - Incompatibility Reaction Following Bone Marrow Transplant is a contraindication of Aldara.
Skin Photosensitivity - Sun-Sensitive Skin is a contraindication of Aldara.
Sunburn is a contraindication of Aldara.
Contraindication Warnings
Autoimmune Disease - Disease in which Body has Immune Response Against Itself is a contraindication of Aldara.
Immunosuppression - Reduction in the Body's Resistance to Infection is a contraindication of Aldara. |
Aldara has 4 related brands and strengths: |
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| | Aldara 5 % Topical Cream Packet
Imiquimod 3.75 % Topical Cream Packet
Imiquimod 5 % Topical Cream Packet
Zyclara 3.75 % Topical Cream Packet
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Aldara - Symptoms of overdose may include
This medication may be harmful if swallowed. If swallowing or overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
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