Imiquad Sachet

Imiquad Sachet

Imiquad Sachet, also known as Imiquimod, is a topical cream used to treat various skin conditions. It is primarily used to treat external genital and anal warts, actinic keratosis (a precancerous growth), and superficial basal cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer).

What is Imiquad Sachet Used For?

• Treat external genital and anal warts
• Treat actinic keratosis (a precancerous growth)
• The treatment of superficial basal cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer)

Benefits

• Effective in treating various skin conditions
• Can be used to treat external genital and anal warts, actinic keratosis, and superficial basal cell carcinoma
• Works by stimulating the immune system to fight off viruses that cause warts

Dosage

• Before going to bed, apply a thin layer of cream to the affected area
• Rub it in gently
• Apply the medication to the treated skin for 8 hours (for actinic keratosis or basal cell carcinoma) or 6 to 10 hours (for genital warts).
• During this time, do not take a bath, swim, or get the treated area wet
• After the appropriate amount of time has passed, wash the treated area with mild soap and water.

Other Dosage

• Imiquad Cream

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Skin reactions such as pain, itching, burning, redness, dryness, peeling, crusting, swelling, blisters, and ulcers
• Tiredness
• Fever
• Headache
• Flu-like symptoms
• Nausea

Less common side effects:

• Abdominal or stomach pain
• Ankle, knee, or great toe joint pain
• Bladder pain
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Blurred vision
• Chest pain

Precautions and Interactions

• If you have allergies or sensitivities, tell your doctor
• If you are taking any other medications, tell your doctor
• Do not use Imiquad Sachet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Do not use Imiquad Sachet on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns
• Do not use Imiquad Sachet on skin areas that are sensitive or irritated
• Do not use Imiquad Sachet together with any other products containing Imiquimod in the same treatment area

Storage and Disposal

• Store Imiquad Sachet at room temperature or in the refrigerator
• Do not freeze Imiquad Cream Sachet
• Any unused cream from a single-dose packet should be thrown away

Important Notes

• Imiquad Sachet is not a treat for genital warts
• New warts may develop while using the Imiquad Cream Sachet
• Imiquad Sachet will not keep you from spreading genital warts to other people
• Your doctor may direct you not to use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated areas.