Aldara wart treatment

Apply 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.

To apply, wash your hands and the treatment area with mild soap and water. Dry thoroughly. Open a sachet of cream and squeeze some onto your fingertip.

Dab a thin layer of Aldara cream onto the wart area. Rub gently in to the skin until the cream disappears.

Once all warts have been treated, throw away the open sachet and wash your hands – do not keep a sachet to use again. Leave Aldara cream on the warts for 6-10 hours. Do not shower or wash during this time.

There are some side effects associated with using Aldara. These can include skin irritation, rash, soreness, ulceration around the areas where you apply the cream. Rarely, you may experience flu-like symptoms.

For full information on side effects and correct use, see the patient information leaflet. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your Patient Record.

Most 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.

For Aldara to be effective it must be used as prescribed.

The active ingredient in Aldara cream (imiquimod) stimulates your body's immune system. This helps your body to destroy both hard and soft warts in the affected area.