Imiquimod topical Alternatives Compared
| Imiquimod topical | Aldara | Cimetidine |
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| Imiquimod topical | Aldara (imiquimod) | Cimetidine |
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Prescription only
Prescribed for Basal Cell Carcinoma, Keratosis, Human Papilloma Virus, Molluscum Contagiosum, Condylomata Acuminata. Imiquimod topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. View more |
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 and OTC
Prescribed for Duodenal Ulcer, Bronchogenic Carcinoma, Duodenal Ulcer Prophylaxis, Erosive Esophagitis, Cutaneous Mastocytosis, GERD, Human Papilloma Virus, Indigestion, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux... View more |
Related suggestions Human Papilloma Virus
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Imiquimod topical has an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from a total of 449 ratings on Drugs.com. 60% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 20% reported a negative effect. |
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. |
Cimetidine has an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 from a total of 19 ratings on Drugs.com. 81% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 19% reported a negative effect. |
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Lower cost generic |
Lower cost generic approved |
Lower cost generic |
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| Aldara, Zyclara | Other imiquimod brands include: Zyclara | Acid Reducer-Cimetidine, Equaline Acid Reducer, Leader Heartburn Relief, Tagamet HB | ||||||||||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||||||||||||
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N/A |
N/A |
2.5 hours |
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| CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||||||||||||||||||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category B
No proven risk in humans
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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| Drug Interactions | ||||||||||||||||||
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A total of 6 drugs are known to interact with Imiquimod topical:
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A total of 6 drugs are known to interact with Aldara:
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A total of 470 drugs are known to interact with Cimetidine:
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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. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| First Approval Date | ||||||||||||||||||
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February 27, 1997 |
February 27, 1997 |
August 16, 1977 |
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N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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** 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.
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