Imiquimod topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• 1st T...
• May 29, 2010

Zyclara (imiquimod) for Keratosis "I have used Zyclara for 10 days I have all of the side effects except for the lymphadenopathy. The side effects began on the 8th day of usage. I am taking myself off the drug for at least two days and will stay on the schedule of 2 weeks of medication, 2 weeks off, and 2 weeks back on. I was warned by my doctor that I might need a rest from the medication and I was thinking it was because of the sores it creates, but it is that and everything else. "

• Lisa
• March 11, 2018

For Basal Cell Carcinoma "After my first 3 weeks & follow up doc has me on second lot of 3 weeks (5 days on, 2 off.) My BCC has a large raised scab & is red/raw. But, thankfully, it's on top of my head so it isn't noticeable. The main side effects for me have been "tasting" the creme inside my mouth (yuk). I've also experienced fatigue and sort of a "blue" feeling. Since the scab is very raised I try to avoid brushing my hair much. I've cleaned the wound area with cotton, peroxide and alcohol. No stinging or pain. I attribute that to the fact the scab looks and feels like a helmet. But I'm happy my immune system is working well with the creme. And I will take this process over a bald spot at the top of my head. I take comfort in that I am taking part in the process of my healing. I now wear hats religiously in the sun. If something on your head feels like a pimple and doesn't go away see your dermatologist ASAP. I feel very thankful that this spot was a BCC and not a melanoma. Good luck on your healing journey."

• monst...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 24, 2017

Aldara (imiquimod) for Basal Cell Carcinoma "I used this on a persistent basal cell carcinoma, in the centre of my forehead, which never healed and bleed at times, on application ,nothing happened much for a week, but then my face erupted right across my forehead, large red blotches which turned to blisters. I used it for three weeks instead of six weeks as recommended. I went to my doctor who said to stop using it. The scabs soon cleared, and after a short while my skin was clear and back to normal. Was it worth it?Most definitely, no carcinoma, in the UK it's a prescription drug and only available through a doctor, and paid for by our NHS so I don't know the cost."

• Noddy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 23, 2016

For Basal Cell Carcinoma "I'm in the UK and onto week 3. I have to apply to a bcc on my chest, but big boils and spots have developed which are very itchy and weepy suggesting there were other areas on my chest which are needing treatment too. I have wanted to stop, as sometimes the itch is so intense and my clothing sticks, but after a positive conversation with a specialist nurse I am of course continuing. I have had the odd flu-y kind of day, and today I am so tired, when I shouldn't be, so I am putting that down to the Aldara cream."

• Anony...
• April 14, 2015

For Human Papilloma Virus "This cream is one of the most painful and agonising treatments I have ever received however if you are willing to put up with insatiable itching, burning, feeling like you have flu and being unable to catch your breath it is 100% worth it. For me, the few months of pain are worth it to get rid of the embarrassment and self disgust at having gw. I'm just starting to recover from the treatment and have gone from maybe 30 to around 5 tiny ones (I have an immunity disorder so was unable to fight the virus myself and it spread so quickly). Fantastic treatment, absolute agony but well worth it if you can put up with it."

• Anonymous
• May 3, 2019

For Human Papilloma Virus "Used imiquimod for HPV (a couple of genital warts) for 1 month at three times a week. After applying 2 times I started noticing an intense itch/burn in treated area. Aloe gel would cool n soothe the itch /burn, then started using ice packs, quit using toilet paper & have a bottle of water to rinse with instead. The itch is everywhere. Started applying Emla cream 2.5% lidocaine to all areas (local anesthetic. Freezing it stops the itch and numbs the burn. Realizing the itch is all new warts coming to surface. I'm well into my 4th week. Been told 6 weeks use from day started but with each continuous outbreak your 6 wks starts over. No less that 15 with the hood of my clitoris being the center of about 80% of them. I now use witch hazel, calamine, vitamin e & a 5% lidocaine med called jampocaine. I still wake in the night scratching from new ones breaking out. Horrible experience right from the start. Need this to be gone. Huge hit to my confidence. The pain literally consumes me. I even went back to gyno. He looked said its bad but its doing its job. So I'm sticking it out"

• L Bri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 16, 2014

For Human Papilloma Virus "It works but it hurts! This is my fourth day using it and I'm seeing results. First 3 days it itched and made the warts more pronounced and sore (My Dr. told me to use it every day and not 3 times a week.). Today I've noticed significant changes. Large cluster of about 4 is gone but the skin is really irritated. I think there's like 3 left but they're not that big. I'm so sore but at least they're going away. Suggestions: Take a Benadryl before you apply the cream. Decrease the itching and it'll knock you out. Protect your skin with Vaseline. Get some sterile bandages to cover your "healing" areas between applications because you will have some....drainage...I guess that's the right word."

• Breat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 4, 2014

For Human Papilloma Virus "I was very nervous using this reading what other people have experienced with side effects. I decided to try it under advisement from my gynecologist. I have 4 small warts. One on my labia, one just inside of it, 2 around my anus. I've been using imiquimod for about 10 days, 3 times a week, 6 hours at a time. In that time I have seen SIGNIFICANT changes in the 2 on my vaginal area. They are almost completely gone. The other two are being a little more stubborn. I wanted to share some good comments about this medication after being so worried about it myself before. Zero skin irritation. Have had some "flu-like" symptoms, but nothing unbearable. I'm very happy to see these "aliens" shrink away. Try it before you knock it!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 18, 2015

For Human Papilloma Virus "I have been using this cream for a month now and I seen results most of my g warts are gone. It takes time and patience. I know its an embarassing disease to have but there is hope, Its not a death sentence. So far this cream is working for me. I noticed it does cause irritation if you over do it but other than that I recommend it."

• Gener...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2019

Aldara (imiquimod) for Human Papilloma Virus "I had genital warts. I decided to try Aldara and to hope for the best. After reading loads of reviews about crazy side effects I was a bit worried, but my experience has been great. It says use each sachet only once but I get at least 3/4 uses out of each. I’ve had no burning and minimal scabbing of the skin, only a slight bit of redness around the affected area. After 2 weeks the warts began to shrink rapidly and disappeared in the 3rd week! Just ensure you follow the instructions and complete the course (~16 weeks) as I’ve noticed a lot of people have stopped using it once the warts disappear and then they come back straight away. It cost me £70 for the whole course."

• Spike
• October 25, 2012

For Human Papilloma Virus "This cream really is a miracle. The first few times I used it on my warts, I did not pay attention to ONLY putting it on the warts, I applied it to the general area and the itching was unbearable. But after paying closer attention to my application, my warts have very noticeably gotten smaller or disappeared after only two weeks of treatment. My side effects were itching, slight sting when applying, slight swelling, and just some over all discomfort. But the side effects were nothing compared to being on a wart free track!"

• abc
• April 11, 2021

Aldara (imiquimod) for Human Papilloma Virus "Always wondered if I would ever get to leave a review on here. After 8 months I finally stopped using Aldara. To be honest, I don't even know if it was the cream or just time that got rid of the warts. I never had a huge outbreak but they were stubborn. It started with two bigger ones. They decreased in size after using the cream but never really went away. I ripped most of them off to be honest. I know how you guys feel. I was severely depressed during this time. Side effects were non existent in the beginning but after some time they were horrible: My skin got so thin that it ripped all the time (I mean huge tears like after giving birth), I've had constant yeast infections and couldn't pee without being in pain (put your hands on the floor while peeing, thank me later). I don't want to scare anyone but I was fooled by reviews that promised me that it will all be gone after a month. You're normal, not alone and you will eventually fight it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 22, 2016

For Human Papilloma Virus "This stuff works for GW. I was diagnosed about three months ago and I tried acid 3x before to burn them off. It seem like it irritated them and more would pop up. Started using this cream 3 weeks ago on MWF nights and all my GW are gone!!! Other things I think helped was taking an immune system booster supplement, drinking water an rubbing coconut oil for the in between days (Tues.Thur.) for the itching and the dryness that the cream causes... All together I'm pleased with the results and the side effects weren't any worst than the regular itch that you get from General warts.. Sticking with this routine really helped me and I hope this is helpful to someone else. GW are not forever!!!"

• Anonymous
• March 31, 2017

For Basal Cell Carcinoma "I have been using this cream for BCC 3 weeks, with 1 week left. Apply 3 nights a week. I was not sure what to expect. Using it on my face and neck initially applied over entire area until the red areas popped out. Now I'm just using it on the inflamed areas. Almost entire face is covered in red sores. Very painful, burning, and itchy. Also developed cough and fatigue. Staff at doctor office said this was normal. I guess if it has a lot of inflammation it means it is working. I have wanted to stop the treatment but trying to stick with it as I'm close to the end. I prefer to not have any additional surgeries. I rarely leave the house, this looks like a contagious disease."

• Doc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 9, 2021

Aldara (imiquimod) for Human Papilloma Virus "I strongly recommend everyone research AHCC (Active Hexose Correlase Compound) which is a potent shiitake mushroom extract. It has been shown to boost the immune system to a level where it completely eradicated the papiloma virus in lab mice, and has been used in clinical trials on people. It is perfectly safe and it works. Do you research, then help yourself. :) Peace"

• inc
• August 20, 2017

Aldara (imiquimod) for Basal Cell Carcinoma "Second time on Aldra. The first time I used it on my right temple, nose, and my face. I was covered in red blotches, like scalds, but I don't remember any severe reactions. I can't seem to remember it hurting, and it was worth it. It cleared the persistent and sore bcc on my nose and temple. I now have another bcc on my forehead which has been persistent and shown no sign of healing, and has bleed at times. My GP/doctor has prescribed a course of Aldara and this time I have a much worse reaction, one side of my face has come with very red like swollen spots, blistering, and I have flu like symptoms. But I am sure it will be worth it."

• Effec...
• September 3, 2014

For Human Papilloma Virus "I had warts a few years back and used the cream. They recently reappeared but I'm using the cream again. It was very effective the first time around. I didn't have to use it for that long before seeing improvements! Hoping for a similar experience this time around."

• max
• March 15, 2017

Aldara (imiquimod) for Human Papilloma Virus "I'm fighting HPV for a year and half now Aldara works but it takes long time be patient it might burn you some times make sure the area is clean and dry avoid using tea tree oil or ACV while on Aldara therapy"

• Elenaa
• August 20, 2014

For Human Papilloma Virus "For all people who have genital warts my only advice is: Use Aldara cream it's amazing I had 3 warts one big and 2 small ones I went to see the gynecologist she gave me this cream after 3 application everything is gone I don't have anymore however I still have some of them inside that's what the pap smear shows but the inside ones they need different therapy. Aldara cleared all my outside warts in one week, don't hesitate use it but you need to check with your doctor if you have other warts inside."

• Kat
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 13, 2020

Aldara (imiquimod) for Basal Cell Carcinoma "I treated my several areas of my face with Aldara in 2007. My reaction was so severe after 10 days of use, my dermatologist advised me to discontinue the use. I thought I broke my metarcpal , trapexoid and trapsium. It was swollen and I had such pain i could not even hold a pen. Of course it had to be my right thumb, and I am right handed. which is also the hand I applied the cream with. I had a orthopedic friend order an xray, which came back as arthritis in those areas. One of the rare side effects, however I also had fever chills malaise, and really ugly inflammation. I have since had to have several lesions surgically removed, involving skin grafts, some removed with the use of liquid nitrogen, and now my dermatologist is recommending I treat them again with Aldara. Not a chance!! I will try the Effudex again, however it did nothing the first time I used it, but that was several years ago, maybe 2000, or earlier."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 2, 2020

For Basal Cell Carcinoma "I have had BCC 4 times on top of my nose. One was on top of the nose. I had MOHS and I had to get a graft from my forehead which was stitched to the top of my nose and looks terrible, I am so embarrassed to go out. Now, I have a superficial basal cell on the side of the nostril, and my dermatologist gave me Imiquimod cream. The area is getting red, crusty, and scabby. I hope it works as I do not want to have MOH's again. Has anyone ever heard of someone getting basal cell 4 times on the nose?"

• Girli...
• January 11, 2017

For Human Papilloma Virus "I've been using for about 2 weeks now, I have warts right by vaginally entry and surrounding lips. First week I didn't really feel much difference but now I am in SO much pain from the burning! Going to the toilet and sitting down without screaming in pain are my biggest challenges...rightly or wrongly I've read other' stories, as well as a dermatologist article who all infer burning means it's working (for those that don't know it is a chemical burn cream, that's how it gets rid of the warts). I haven't stopped using it as the warts are going, but if anyone can offer ways to relive the pain and confirm I'm still going to have a fully functioning vagina at the end of this (laugh, you have to with these things!) I'd be super grateful!..."

• Jady
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 19, 2017

Aldara (imiquimod) for Human Papilloma Virus "About 6 month ago I noticed some tiny warts about 13 on the base of my penis so I had them checked from a dermatologist. He told me they look like Boweoid Papulosis and warts. He recommended Aldara and told me to put a thin layer on them for 4 weeks. 3 times a week. Absolutely nothing happened during this period. When I saw him again he gave me another 8 weeks (2 packets). I am on my 8th week now and no change except I think they may be getting slightly bigger. I have not had sex with my partner for the last 6 months and due this problem I am getting more and more depressed. I am losing hope with this medication and am not sure where to turn too. I would be much obliged for any advice given."

• nongk...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 9, 2016

Aldara (imiquimod) for Keratosis "Actinic keratosis lesions on forearms only ... but a nasty case at any rate. Dermatologist put me on a regimen of Aldara cream and Salicylic Acid. The experience during the 4 months of Aldara treatment was not particularly pleasant: worst of all being that it made the Keratosis lesions much worse in terms of acute redness and inflamation and quite distressing vanity-wise. There was some headaches, some fatigue, but that only lasted 2 weeks or so. After that, no side affects worth bothering about. But I must admit I almost stopped using it during the period of unsightliness. But I didn't. And I am very glad I didn't! The Dermatologist took me off the Aldara regimen after 4 months and told me to just keep on using the salicylic acid. Now, after 5 months the Keratosis lesions are completely gone, leaving quite smooth new skin. The area is still a little pinkish compared to normal sin colour, but Doctor said that that will disappear once the healing time has done it's work. Over all success I would say. For myself Aldara was a godsend."

• Nordi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 30, 2016

For Human Papilloma Virus "Imiquimod is amazing! I found out I had HPV last week and I had one small wart plus some textured ares where it seemed as if more were forming. I was prescribed Imiquimod and one week later all of the texture is gone, the area is smooth and the one raised small wart is pretty much gone! I had no side effects other than a little sensitivity and "rawness" on the site of application but totally worth it. However, I have been taking very good care of myself: eating well, and getting sufficient rest so I can boost my immune system to help fight the outbreak. It's nice to feel back to "normal"."