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Cautions
Children¡XStudies of this medicine have been done only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use of Aldara in children up to 18 years of age with use in other age groups.<
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Older adults¡XMany medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they caus
different side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information comparing use of Aldara in the elderly with use in other age groups.
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What is this medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of using the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For Aldara , the following should be consi
dered:
Allergies¡XTell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to Aldara . Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic to any other substances, such
s foods, preservatives, or dyes.
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What side effects can this medication cause?
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your
doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
- Blisters on skin; itching in genital or other skin areas; open sores or scabs on skin ; redness of
skin (severe); scaling
Symptoms of overdose
- Flu-like symptoms, including diarrhea, fatigue, fever, headache, or muscle pain
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How should you take this medication?
To apply the medicine:
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- Wash your hands before and after using the medicine . Avoid getting the medicine into your eyes.
- Use the medicine only as directed by your doctor . Do not u
se more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it longer than directed.
- Allow medicine to stay on skin for 6 to 10 hours, then wash area thoroughly with soap and water.
- Throw ou
t any unused cream from the single-dose packet.
- Do not apply an occlusive dressing (airtight covering, such as kitchen plastic wrap) over the medicine, unless told to do so by your doctor. To d
o so may cause irritation of the skin. Other materials that are not airtight, such as cotton gauze or cotton underclothes, may be used.
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