Vartocid, cream 5% 5 g

Imihimod is an immunomodulatory agent for external use, it is a modifier of immune response, it has no direct antiviral activity. Its action is caused by induction of interferon alpha, TNF and other cytokines. When using the drug externally, there is a decrease of angiogenesis processes due to increased production of interleukin-18 and interferon-gamma.

Indications

Treatment of external acute condylomas localized on the external genitalia and/or perianal area in adults.

Active ingredient

Imihimod

Composition

The cream for external use is white or white with a yellowish tint.

Associates:

phenoxyethanol – 2 mg,

methylparahydroxybenzoate – 2 mg,

propylparahydroxybenzoate – 1 mg,

oleic acid – 350 mg,

diethylene glycol monoethyl ether – 35 mg,

carbomer (carbomer interpolymer) – 1.5 mg,

carbomer (carbomer copolymer) – 2.5 mg,

polysorbate 20 – 2.5 mg,

trolamine – 2 mg,

purified water – up to 1000 mg.

How to take, the dosage

skin for 6-10 hours. The cream is applied only to the affected pre-cleansed areas of the skin with a thin layer and rubbed gently until completely absorbed. The treated area of the skin should not be covered with bandages. Do not use excessive amounts of cream.

Interaction

Interaction of imiquimod with other drugs, including immunosuppressants, has not been studied.

Special Instructions

If a hypersensitivity reaction is detected, it is recommended to stop the therapy. If a local reaction to the drug causes serious discomfort to the patient, or if an infection occurs in the area where the cream is applied, it is permitted to take a break in treatment for a few days. In the case of infection the necessary measures are taken.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to imihimod, excipients of the drug
• pregnancy
• breastfeeding
• children under 18 years of age.

Side effects

The frequency of side effects is defined as follows: very frequently, >1/10; frequently, <1/10 > 1/100; infrequently, <1/100 > 1/1000; rarely, <1/1000 > 1/10 000; very rarely, <1/10 000.

Overdose

Overdose is unlikely because of the low absorbability of the drug.

Similarities

Keravort