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GlossaryImiquimod 5% Cream

topical medication that stimulates immune response to treat skin conditions

Imiquimod 5% Cream, also known as Aldara 5% cream, is a topical medication used to treat certain skin conditions, including actinic keratosis, superficial basal cell carcinoma, and external genital warts. It works by stimulating the immune system to release cytokines, which help the body fight off abnormal skin cells and infections.

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research Effects of Imiquimod on Hair Follicle Stem Cells and Hair Cycle Progression

25 citations, July 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Imiquimod cream activates hair follicle stem cells and causes early hair growth by changing immune cells and certain protein expressions.

research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp Induced by Imiquimod

13 citations, January 2012 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine”

An 84-year-old man got a rare scalp condition from using imiquimod cream, which was cured with systemic steroids.

research A Case of Imiquimod-Induced Alopecia

7 citations, February 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

Imiquimod cream can rarely cause temporary hair loss.

research A Case of Imiquimod-Induced Alopecia

6 citations, January 2009 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

Imiquimod cream can cause hair loss.

research Cancer

July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

Some medications can improve skin conditions, while lifestyle factors like smoking and drinking may worsen them; treatments like monoclonal antibodies and imiquimod cream show promise for certain skin diseases.

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