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Aldara TM
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Active ingredients: paraffin + wool fat, ascorbic acid + cranberry extract + zinc
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ALDARA Imiquimod 50mg/g cream sachetDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Aldara 5% cream is indicated for treatment of solar (actinic) keratosis on the face and the scalp (see Precautions), and primary treatment of confirmed superficial basal cell carcinoma where surgery is considered inappropriate, and the treatment of external genital and peri-anal warts (Condyloma acuminata) in adults (see Precautions).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Cream
- Topical
- White to faintly yellow cream with a uniform appearance.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 x 250mg sachet pack
- 12 x 250mg pack
- 3 x 250mg pack
- 30 x 250mg pack
- 6 x 250mg sachet pack
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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