Names and pronunciation
(i-mi-kwi′mod) Aldara, Vyloma , Zyclara, Zyclara Pump
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Drug reference
(i-mi-kwi′mod) Aldara, Vyloma , Zyclara, Zyclara Pump
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Func. class.: Immunosuppressant
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USES: Actinic keratosis, genital and perianal warts, superficial basal cell carcinoma
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DOSAGE AND ROUTES Actinic keratosis Adult: Topical: 2.5% and 3.75% cream: Apply thin film (using up to 2 packets or 2 full pump actuations) daily before bed- time for 2 wk to the skin of the affected area (either the entire face or balding scalp, but not both concurrently); leave on for ∼8 hr, then remove with mild soap and water. After a 2-wk period of no treatment, repeat with a second 2-wk treatment (do not extend treatment cycles because of missed doses or rest periods) Genital and perianal warts: Adult/child ≥12 Topical: 3.75% cream: Apply a thin layer once daily (using up to 1 packet or 1 full actuation of pump) prior to bedtime; leave on skin for ∼8 hr, then remove with mild soap and water. Continue treatment until there is total clearance of the warts or for a maximum duration of therapy of 8 wk Superficial basal cell carcinoma (Aldara 5% cream): Adult: Topical: Apply once daily 5 days per week, prior to normal sleeping hours, for 6 wk; leave on skin for ∼8 hr, then remove with mild soap and water. Apply enough cream to cover the treatment area, including 1 cm of skin surrounding the tumor. Tumor treatment area should not exceed 3 cm
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