Imiquimod Prescription Online

Imiquimod Cream - Overview

Imiquimod, sold under the brand names Aldara and Zyclara, is a medication used for topical treatment of various skin conditions, including genital warts. People who are interested in an imiquimod prescription can connect with a medical provider using Push Health and can get an imiquimod crem prescription when appropriate.

Imiquimod - Mechanism of Action

Imiquimod prescription medication belongs to a class of medications known as topical immune response modifiers. Clinically, imiquimod cream is primarily used in treating certain cases of actinic keratoses and external genital warts and perianal warts. Imiquimod's mechanism of action and how it affects skin lesions is not well understood. It is theorized that imiquimod prescription cream activates both the adaptive and innate immune systems and may also have an effect on specific growth factor receptors. Pharmacokinetic studies suggests that imiquimod medication is retained in the skin for a period of time.

Imiquimod 5% - Price and Dosage

As a cream, imiquimod medication is generally available as a whitish vanishing cream base (oil-in-water). Imiquimod is not meant for oral, ophthalmic or intravaginal use and is prescribed for application 2-5 times per week over a period of multiple weeks, depending on the condition and the judgement of the prescribing medical provider. Each single use packet of imiquimod contains imiquimod 5% cream (250 mg) which is the equivalent of imiquimod 12.5 mg. Imiquimod is somewhat inexpensive, costing approximately $2 for twelve packets of generic imiquimod 5% cream. Imiquimod coupons are sometimes available online. Some insurance plans may also cover some costs associated with an imiquimod cream prescription. Imiquimod should typically be stored between 4° C and 25° C

Can I Buy Imiquimod Online?

Imiquimod is a prescription medication. One cannot just buy imiquimod online and neither generic imiquimod nor the branded versions are available as imiquimod OTC (over the counter). The first step to getting an imiquimod cream prescription is to consult with a medical provider. Push Health can connect people who need an imiquimod prescription with a medical provider who can prescribe imiquimod medication, including imiquimod cream and imiquimod ointment, when appropriate to do so.

Imiquimod - Side Effects

Imiquimod prescription cream can cause side effects. Side effects resulting from imiquimod ointment use include itching, redness, burning, dryness, crusting, erosion and ulceration at the application site. Systemic side effects include fever, headache and fatigue. Edema and flu-like symptoms have been reported and people using imiquimod should avoid exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. People who have had a previous hypersensitivity or allergic reaction to imiquimod prescription medication, its branded versions, or ingredients in the formulation should not use the medication. Contact with the lips, eyes and nostrils should be avoided. Imiquimod and alcohol should not be used at the same time. Prior to using imiquimod cream, it is important to discuss potential concerns and side effects with one's pharmacist and medical provider.

More Imiquimod Information

• Imiquimod - FDA