What is Zyclara: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Zyclara

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. The directions are different depending on what condition you are treating.

• Pump: Prime the pump before you use it the first time by pressing down on the handle until some cream comes out. You will not need to prime it again.

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

• Wash the treatment area with mild soap and water before you apply the cream. Wait at least 10 minutes for the area to dry.Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

• Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor. Ask your doctor if you may wear cotton clothing or place cotton gauze over the treated skin if you have a skin reaction. .

• Apply the medicine right before you go to bed. Leave the medicine on the skin for 8 hours. In the morning, wash the treated skin with mild soap and water.

• Treatment for basal cell carcinoma: Also apply the medicine to a small area of skin around your basal cell carcinoma. This area of skin should be about the size of your fingertip.

• Treatment for genital warts: Do not use the medicine inside your vagina or anus. Uncircumcised men treating genital warts under the foreskin should pull back the foreskin and clean the area daily.

• Missed dose: Apply the medicine as soon as you can, unless it is almost time for your next dose. If so, skip the missed dose and apply the regular dose at the regular time. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze. Store the pump upright.

• Packet: Throw away the packet after you apply your dose of medicine. Do not save an opened packet to use later.

• Treatment for genital warts: Do not use the medicine inside your vagina or anus. Uncircumcised men treating genital warts under the foreskin should pull back the foreskin and clean the area daily.

• Packet: Throw away the packet after you apply your dose of medicine. Do not save an opened packet to use later.

• Pump: Prime the pump before you use it the first time by pressing down on the handle until some cream comes out. You will not need to prime it again.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor. Ask your doctor if you may wear cotton clothing or place cotton gauze over the treated skin if you have a skin reaction. .

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Apply the medicine right before you go to bed. Leave the medicine on the skin for 8 hours. In the morning, wash the treated skin with mild soap and water.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. The directions are different depending on what condition you are treating.

• Missed dose: Apply the medicine as soon as you can, unless it is almost time for your next dose. If so, skip the missed dose and apply the regular dose at the regular time. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze. Store the pump upright.

• Treatment for basal cell carcinoma: Also apply the medicine to a small area of skin around your basal cell carcinoma. This area of skin should be about the size of your fingertip.

• Wash the treatment area with mild soap and water before you apply the cream. Wait at least 10 minutes for the area to dry.Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

What to do if you miss a dose of Zyclara

Zyclara contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not use it if you had an allergic reaction to imiquimod.

Zyclara warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have an autoimmune disorder or problems with your immune system.

• This medicine may cause severe swelling or other skin reactions where it is applied. It could also cause flu-like symptoms. Your doctor will tell you if you need to stop using the medicine until the reaction improves.

• This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

• Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

• Treatment for genital warts: Do not have sex during the treatment time, even if you use protection. The cream can weaken condoms and diaphragms and they could break. Imiquimod is not a cure for genital or anal warts. You may develop new warts while using the cream. The cream will not keep you from spreading genital warts to other people.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Zyclara interactions

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have an autoimmune disorder or problems with your immune system.

• This medicine may cause severe swelling or other skin reactions where it is applied. It could also cause flu-like symptoms. Your doctor will tell you if you need to stop using the medicine until the reaction improves.

• This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

• Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

• Treatment for genital warts:Do not have sex during the treatment time, even if you use protection. The cream can weaken condoms and diaphragms and they could break. Imiquimod is not a cure for genital or anal warts. You may develop new warts while using the cream. The cream will not keep you from spreading genital warts to other people.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.