Aldaraź is a topical cream used for the treatment of external genital and perianal warts. External genital and perianal warts are cause by a virus called Human Papilloma Virus. These wart-like growths are oftentimes referred to as condyloma acuminata. While Aldara itself has not been demonstrated to have any of its own antiviral activity, Aldara cream is an immune response modifier that stimulates the body's own immune response system and helps the body fight this virus.

Aldara

Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

Aldara Common Brand Names
Aldara Cream

Aldara Notes
If you have any questions about your Aldara, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Aldara Contraindications

Aldara Storage
Store below 77 degrees F. Do not freeze.

Aldara Missed Dose
Do not over apply Aldara to compensate for missed treatments.

Aldara Overdose
Contact your health care provider at once if you feel you have used too much of Aldara.

Aldara Other Uses

Aldara Precautions
Before using Aldara, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding ;if you are taking any other prescription Aldara, nonprescription Aldara, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement ;if your warts are located anywhere other than the area described above ;if you have any other medical condition ;if you have any open sores on the area being treated.

Aldara How To Use
How much Aldara you use and how often it is used depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Aldara being used, talk with your health care provider.
Carefully read the patient leaflet provided with Aldara and reread it each time you get this prescription refilled.
Use Aldara exactly as prescribed by your health care provider.
Aldara is for topical use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.
Wash your hands before and after using Aldara.
Apply Aldara in a thin layer to the affected area 3 times a week(Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, or Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)before bedtime. Gently rub the cream in until it is no longer visible.
Do not apply excessive amounts of Aldara to the affected area.
Do not wrap or otherwise cover the treated area with bandages or wear tight-fitting clothing unless specifically directed by your doctor.
Remove Aldara with warm water and mild soap 6 to 10 hours after you apply it.
Aldara can weaken condoms or vaginal diaphragms. Do not use condoms or diaphragms while using Aldara. Avoid sexual (genital, anal, oral) contact while the cream is on the skin.
Males who have not been circumcised and are treating warts under the foreskin should pull back the foreskin and clean the area daily. Skin reactions such as redness, erosion, flacking, and swelling may occur at the application site or surrounding area. Most skin reactions are mild to moderate. If a serious skin reaction or discomfort occurs while using Aldara, remove Aldara with soap and water. Talk with your doctor before using this Aldara again. Use cotton gauze or wear cotton underwear until the reaction stops. Contact your health care provider before using this Aldara in children under 12 years of age. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription Aldaras without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements.

Aldara Uses
Aldara is used by topical application to treat external genital warts and warts that appear around the anal opening in patients 12 years of age and older.