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GlossaryImiquimod

topical cream that boosts immune response against skin conditions

Imiquimod is a topical medication that stimulates the immune system to fight against certain skin conditions, including warts, actinic keratosis, and superficial basal cell carcinoma. It works by activating immune cells to produce cytokines, which help in attacking abnormal skin cells and viruses.

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research PX-12 Inhibits NLRP3 Inflammasome Activation to Treat Psoriasis

April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

PX-12 may help treat psoriasis by blocking inflammation and cell death.

research Topical Imiquimod: Be Aware of the Unexpected

3 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

A woman had a severe skin reaction from the drug imiquimod, used for skin cancer, highlighting the need for awareness of rare but serious side effects.

research Imiquimod-Induced Effluvium After Intravaginal Application for Treatment of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia

5 citations , June 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports”

Imiquimod used intravaginally for cervical issues can cause temporary hair loss, especially if severe side effects occur.

research Topical and Intralesional Therapies for Alopecia Areata

36 citations , May 2011 in “Dermatologic therapy”

No treatments fully cure or prevent alopecia areata; some help but have side effects or need more research.

research Design, Synthesis, and Biological Activity of TLR7-Based Compounds for Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia

5 citations , July 2019 in “Investigational new drugs”

TLR7-based compounds may help manage chemotherapy-induced hair loss.

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