Imiquimod
- Generic Name
- Imiquimod
- Brand Names
- Aldara, Vyloma, Zyclara
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C14H16N4
- CAS Number
- 99011-02-6
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- P1QW714R7M
- Background
Imiquimod is an immune response modifier that acts as a toll-like receptor 7 agonist. Imiquimod is commonly used topically to treat warts on the skin of the genital and anal areas. Imiquimod does not cure warts, and new warts may appear during treatment. Imiquimod does not fight the viruses that cause warts directly, however, it does help to relieve and cont...
- Indication
For the topical treatment of clinically typical, nonhyperkeratotic, nonhypertrophic actinic keratoses on the face or scalp in immunocompetent adults. Also indicated for the treatment of external genital and perianal warts/condyloma acuminata in individuals 12 years old and above.
- Associated Conditions
- Actinic Keratoses of the face, Actinic Keratoses of the scalp, Condylomata Acuminata, Herpes Simplex Infections, Molluscum Contagiosum, Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Associated Therapies
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