{"product_id":"aldara-cream-sti-treatment","title":"Aldara wart treatment cream","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Aldara (Imiquimod) cream?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAldara wart cream is a prescription-only treatment for hard or soft genital warts or external warts in and around the anus. The cream contains the active ingredient imiquimod, which helps your immune system to destroy the warts. It also helps to relief any pain or discomfort. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), they can be passed on during vaginal and anal sex as well as sharing sex toys. Many people can pass on the virus when they don’t have visible\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/sexual-health-advice\/hpv-strains-and-different-warts\"\u003egenital warts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does Aldara cream work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active ingredient in Aldara cream (imiquimod) stimulates your body's immune system. This helps your body to destroy both\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehard and soft warts\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the affected area. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Aldara wart treatment cream\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply Aldara wart cream 3 times each week. For example, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The cream must be rubbed in and left for 6-10 hours, so using it before bed is suggested. Use for up to 16 weeks at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to apply Aldara cream\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo apply:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands and the treatment area with mild soap and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen a sachet of cream and squeeze some onto your fingertip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDab a thin layer of Aldara cream onto the wart area. Rub gently into the skin until the cream disappears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce all warts have been treated, throw away the open sachet and wash your hands – do not keep a sachet to use again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave Aldara cream on the warts for 6-10 hours. Do not shower or wash during this time. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow effective is Aldara wart treatment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people find their warts disappear after 12 weeks. However, some people will need to apply the cream for longer. It is unlikely that the warts will reappear after treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Aldara to be effective it must be used as prescribed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects of Aldara wart treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are some side effects associated with using Aldara. These can include: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin irritation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoreness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUlceration around the areas where you apply the cream \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRarely, you may experience flu-like symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full information on side effects and correct use, see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/files\/pil.823.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your \u003ca href=\"\/account\"\u003eaccount\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"5% cream \/ 1 Pack","offer_id":42726838632636,"sku":"1561","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/files\/aldara_cream.webp?v=1742462072","url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/products\/aldara-cream-sti-treatment","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}