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Buy Aldara Cream Online
What is Aldara 5% Cream?
Aldara is a prescription cream for treating genital warts caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). It contains imiquimod, an active ingredient that enhances the body’s immune system to fight and clear genital warts.
How does Aldara Cream treat genital warts?
Aldara 5% cream works as an immune response modifier, using imiquimod to activate your body’s natural defences against HPV. Each sachet has 12.5mg of imiquimod in a 250mg cream base.
What are the benefits of Aldara Cream in treating genital warts?
Used as directed, Aldara cream offers the following benefits:
- Clears genital warts within a few weeks
- Reduces pain and discomfort quickly
- Known as a primary treatment for genital warts
- Easy application and convenient overnight use
How do I apply Aldara Cream?
- Clean and dry the affected area before bedtime.
- Apply a thin layer of cream from one sachet to cover around 3 square inches or 20 cm².
- Rub the cream in gently, then discard the sachet and wash your hands.
- After 6-10 hours, wash the area with warm, soapy water.
How often do I apply Aldara Cream?
Apply Aldara three times weekly (e.g., Monday, Wednesday, Friday), ideally before bed, and leave it on for 6-10 hours. Though results may appear in as little as 4 weeks, treatment typically lasts 8-12 weeks and should not exceed 16 weeks.
How do I store Aldara Cream?
Store Aldara below 25°C and out of children’s reach. Do not reuse sachets once opened, and avoid using expired cream.
Additional Tips for Using Aldara Cream
- Avoid use on open cuts or wounds.
- Wash hands before and after application.
- Avoid unprotected sexual contact after application to prevent partner irritation.
- Inflammation may occur after a few uses.
- Carefully read the patient leaflet before use.
What are the alternatives to Aldara Cream?
Warticon cream, containing the antiviral podophyllotoxin, is an alternative that targets HPV and helps clear genital warts over time.
Effectiveness Comparison: Aldara vs. Warticon
Both imiquimod 5% (Aldara) and podophyllotoxin 0.5% solution are highly effective for genital warts. Podophyllotoxin may act faster (around 4 weeks), while imiquimod is better for preventing recurrence. Podophyllotoxin 0.15% cream offers similar effectiveness to the 0.5% solution with easier application.
Key Differences: Aldara vs. Warticon
Aldara is generally more expensive and works as an immune response booster, potentially taking up to 16 weeks to show full results, while Warticon’s podophyllotoxin targets wart cells more directly, often clearing warts in around 4 weeks.
