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Imiquimod 37.5 mg/g

imiquimod · CREAM · Oceanside Pharmacueticals

2 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Imiquimod is a cream containing imiquimod at 37.5 mg/g, taken topical. Manufactured by Oceanside Pharmacueticals.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Imiquimod
Generic Name
imiquimod
NDC Code (Product)
68682-272
Manufacturer
Oceanside Pharmacueticals
Strength
37.5 mg/g
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA022483
Drug Class
Interferon Inducers [MoA]
Marketing Start
06/27/2018

Recall History

2 Recalls on Record
Class II11/14/2014

Attix Pharmaceuticals

Penicillin Cross Contamination: All lots of all products repackaged and distributed between 01/05/12 and 02/12/15 are being recalled because they were repackaged in a facility with penicillin products without adequate separation which could introduce the potential for cross contamination with penicillin.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/09/2018

American Pharmaceutical Ingredients LLC

CGMP Deviations: Lack of stability data and controls to support the manufacturers assigned retest or expiration date in firm's container/closure system.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

off label use244 reports
product use in unapproved indication164 reports
drug ineffective148 reports
erythema138 reports
fatigue125 reports
pain117 reports
nausea77 reports
application site erythema76 reports
pruritus67 reports
headache64 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Imiquimod Cream is indicated for the topical treatment of: • Clinically typical, nonhyperkeratotic, nonhypertrophic actinic keratoses (AK) on the face or scalp in immunocompetent adults. ( 1.1 ) • Biopsy-confirmed, primary superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC) in immunocompetent adults with a maximum tumor diameter of 2.0 cm on trunk (excluding anogenital skin), neck, or extremities (excluding hands and feet), only when surgical methods are medically less appropriate and patient follow-up can be reasonably assured. ( 1.2 ) • External genital and perianal warts (EGW) in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older. ( 1.3 ) 1.1 Actinic Keratosis Imiquimod Cream is indicated for the topical treatment of clinically typical, nonhyperkeratotic, nonhypertrophic actinic keratoses (AK) on the face or scalp in immunocompetent adults. 1.2 Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma Imiquimod Cream is indicated for the topical treatment of biopsy-confirmed, primary superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC) in immunocompetent adults, with a maximum tumor diameter of 2.0 cm, located on the trunk (excluding anogenital skin), neck, or extremities (excluding hands and feet), only

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • For topical use only; not for oral, ophthalmic, intra-anal or intravaginal use. ( 2.1 ) • AK: Apply once daily before bedtime 2 times per week for a full 16 weeks to a contiguous area of approximately 25 cm 2 on the face or scalp. Apply no more than 1 packet at each application. ( 2.2 ) • sBCC: Apply once daily before bedtime 5 times per week for a full 6 weeks to a target tumor with 2 cm maximum diameter on the trunk (excluding anogenital skin), neck, or extremities (excluding hands and feet). Amount of Imiquimod Cream used based on target tumor diameter. ( 2.3 ) • EGW: Apply thin layer once daily before bedtime 3 times per week until total clearance or for a maximum of 16 weeks. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Important Dosage and Administration Instructions Imiquimod Cream is for topical use only. Imiquimod Cream is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Instruct patients on proper application technique. Wash hands before and after applying Imiquimod Cream. Wash the treatment area with mild soap and water and allow the area to dry thoroughly (at least 10 minutes) before applying Imiquimod Cream. If an Imiquimod Cream dose is missed, apply the next dose at the r

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None. ( 4 )

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Local Skin Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] • Local Hypopigmentation Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] • Systemic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Most common application site or local skin adverse reactions (incidence >28%) are erythema, flaking/scaling/dryness, scabbing/crusting, edema, erosion/ulceration, induration, itching, burning, excoriation, vesicles. Other reported systemic adverse reactions (≥1%): fatigue, fever, and headache. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Padagis ® at 1-866-634-9120 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Actinic Keratosis The data described below reflect exposure to Imiquimod Cream or vehicle in 436 subjects with AK enrolled in two double-blind, vehicle-controlled tr

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Imiquimod used for?

Imiquimod contains imiquimod. It is a cream taken topical. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Imiquimod a controlled substance?

Imiquimod is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Imiquimod?

The generic name for Imiquimod is imiquimod. There are 3 other brand versions of imiquimod.

What is the NDC code for Imiquimod 37.5 mg/g?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Imiquimod 37.5 mg/g is 68682-272, listed by Oceanside Pharmacueticals.