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Imdazoquinolin Amine/ Imiquimod

A skin cream (imiquimod) for actinic keratoses and external genital warts.

Clinical information

Common uses

actinic keratoses on the face or scalp
external genital and perianal warts

Common side effects

skin redness, scabbing or flaking where applied
application site pain, irritation or itching
headache
tiredness or flu-like symptoms
feeling sick

Cautions

intense local skin reactions may need a treatment break
flu-like reactions can occur
avoid sunlight and sunlamps; wear protective clothing

Pregnancy: available data have not shown a risk

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, Zyclara (imiquimod) label, setid 28cd9b5b-680b-480f-b33d-9c5b52bbf03d (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations2

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Imdazoquinolin Amine/ Imiquimod	Topical Preparations ( Cream )	0.25g single use sachet contains 12.5mg (5% w/w)	—	POM
Imiquad	Topical Preparations ( Cream )	0.25g single use sachet contains 12.5mg (5% w/w)	authorized medicine importers	POM