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Indications

Zyclara Cream Pump is a prescription topical cream used to treat conditions such as actinic keratosis (rough, scaly patches on the face or scalp caused by sun exposure), genital warts, and superficial skin tumours.

Use and Dosage

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using Imiquimod each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Use this medication on the skin only. Apply this medication to the affected area once a day for 2 weeks as directed by your doctor. You will then rest the treated skin for the next two weeks by not applying any more imiquimod. After this rest period, you will resume applying this medication once a day for another 2 weeks.

Do not apply this medication to the eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina. If you get this medication in those areas, flush with plenty of water. If irritation occurs, talk to your doctor right away.

If you are using the pump, prime the pump as directed before using it for the first time. If you are using the packet, use a new packet of cream for each use. Throw away any partly used packets of medication.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day. Before applying the medication, wash your hands and the area to be treated with soap and water, and dry thoroughly. Apply as directed by your doctor just before going to bed. Wash your hands with soap and water after each application. Do not cover the treated area with bandages or other waterproof coverings. Leave the cream on overnight, usually for about 8 hours. In the morning, wash the treated area with soap and water to remove the cream. Do not bathe or wet the treated area before the prescribed application time has passed. Do not use more imiquimod than prescribed or leave it on longer than prescribed by your doctor. Doing so increases the risk of severe skin reactions.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse or if new growths appear during treatment.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Wash off the medicine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious skin reaction such as severe itching, burning, oozing, bleeding, or skin changes where the medicine was applied.

When treating genital warts around the vagina, if you have severe swelling or urination problems, stop using imiquimod topical and call your doctor right away.

Cause serious side effects include:

• Flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, nausea, tiredness, body aches, or swollen glands
• Bleeding or swelling where you applied this medicine
• Symptoms of herpes zoster (shingles)–skin sores or blisters, itching, tingling, burning pain, rash on your face or torso

Common side effects of imiquimod topical may include:

• Minor skin pain, irritation, itching, redness, dryness, flaking, scabbing, crusting, scaling, or swelling where the medicine was applied
• Changes in the color of treated skin (may be permanent)
• Headache

Tiredness

• Nausea

Cautions

• Before using imiquimod, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history.
• This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
• This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Do not apply this medication to sunburned skin. Tell your doctor right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
• During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Forms and Strengths

Zyclara Cream Pump is available in the following forms and strengths:

• Zyclara Cream Pump Bottle:
  • 3.75 %

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

Overdose symptoms may include severe skin irritation, feeling light-headed, or fainting.

What should I avoid while using imiquimod topical?

Avoid swimming or taking a bath or shower while the medicine is on your skin.

Avoid using imiquimod on open wounds or on skin that has not yet healed from surgery or other medical treatment.

Avoid getting imiquimod topical in your eyes, nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum. If contact does occur, rinse with water.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-153919-1491/zyclara-topical/imiquimod-2-5-topical/details
2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/imiquimod-topical.html#side-effects
3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=28cd9b5b-680b-480f-b33d-9c5b52bbf03d