Comparing Aldara vs Solaraze
Aldara | Solaraze |
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Aldara (imiquimod) | Solaraze (diclofenac) |
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Prescription only
Prescribed for Basal Cell Carcinoma, Keratosis, Human Papilloma Virus, Molluscum Contagiosum, Condylomata Acuminata. Aldara may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Prescribed for Keratosis. Solaraze may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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More about Aldara (imiquimod) | More about Solaraze (diclofenac) | |
Ratings & Reviews | ||
Aldara has an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from a total of 132 ratings on Drugs.com. 60% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 21% reported a negative effect. |
Solaraze has an average rating of 4.8 out of 10 from a total of 4 ratings on Drugs.com. 25% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 50% reported a negative effect. |
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Drug Class | ||
Side Effects | ||
See also: Aldara side effects in more detail. |
See also: Solaraze side effects in more detail. |
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Generic Availability | ||
Lower cost generic approved | Lower cost generic approved | |
Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance | ||
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Dosage Forms Available | ||
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Brand Names | ||
Other imiquimod brands include: Zyclara | Other diclofenac brands include: Aspercreme Arthritis Pain Relief Gel, Diclozor, Flector Patch, Licart, Pennsaid, Profinac, Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel, Xrylix | |
Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | ||
N/A |
1.8 hours |
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CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category | ||
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
Prior To 30 Weeks Gestation
Category D
Positive evidence of risk
Starting At 30 Weeks Gestation See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions | ||
A total of 6 drugs are known to interact with Aldara:
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A total of 123 drugs are known to interact with Solaraze:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions | ||
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions | ||
First Approval Date | ||
February 27, 1997 |
October 16, 2000 |
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WADA Class View World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. | ||
N/A |
N/A |
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More Information | ||
Patient resources | ||
Professional Resources | ||
Related Treatment Guide | ||
** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
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