What are the most common side effects of IMIQUIMOD?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for IMIQUIMOD. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is IMIQUIMOD the same as Imiquimod?

Imiquimod is a brand name for IMIQUIMOD. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

IMIQUIMOD

Q: What is IMIQUIMOD used for?

IMIQUIMOD (brand name Imiquimod) is a Other indicated for 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Imiquimod Cream is indicated for the topical treatment of: • Clinically typical, nonhyperkeratotic, nonhypertrophic actinic keratoses (AK) on the face or scalp in immunocompetent adults. ( 1.1 ) • Biopsy-confirmed.

Q: How does IMIQUIMOD work?

IMIQUIMOD works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of Imiquimod Cream in treating AK, sBCC, and EGW lesions is unknown..

Other

Brand names: Imiquimod

Topical

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of Imiquimod Cream in treating AK, sBCC, and EGW lesions is unknown.

Indications

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Imiquimod Cream is indicated for the topical treatment of: • Clinically typical

nonhyperkeratotic

nonhypertrophic actinic keratoses (AK) on the face or scalp in immunocompetent adults. ( 1.1 ) • Biopsy-confirmed

primary superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC) in immunocompetent adults with a maximum tumor diameter of 2.0 cm on trunk (excluding anogenital skin)

neck

or extremities (excluding hands and feet)

Contraindications

• 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Local Skin Reactions: Intense local inflammatory reactions can occur (e
3 ) • Ultraviolet Light Exposure Risks: Avoid or minimize exposure to sunlight and sunlamps
Concomitant use of Imiquimod Cream and any other imiquimod products, in the same treatment area, may increase the risk for and severity of local skin reactions
To reduce the risk of local skin reactions and manage local skin reactions that occur with Imiquimod Cream treatment: • Avoid concomitant use of Imiquimod Cream with any other imiquimod product in the same treatment area

Known Side Effects

8 documented side effects by frequency

Fatigue

1-10%

Drug Not Working

1-10%

Nausea

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Fever

0.1-1%

Itching

0.1-1%

Diarrhea

0.1-1%

General Unwellness

0.1-1%

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → IMIQUIMOD openFDA label JSON → IMIQUIMOD FAERS adverse-event reports → IMIQUIMOD ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of IMIQUIMOD

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Topical