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Imiquimod (Aldara) for Actinic Keratosis & BCC: How to Use It + What to Expect

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Need a clear routine for Imiquimod (Aldara/Zyclara) cream? This step-by-step guide shows you how to treat actinic keratosis and superficial BCC, what reactions are normal, and when to pause.

✅ We’ll cover:
What Imiquimod (Aldara) actually does
How to apply it for actinic keratosis (AK) and superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC)
What skin reactions to expect during treatment
When to pause or stop
How to reduce waste by storing leftover sachets safely

⏰ Timestamps
00:00 Intro – Why Imiquimod?
00:45 What is it and how does this immune cream work?
01:25 Supplies & prep (face vs scalp)
01:42 Treatment Plan for actinic keratosis
02:04 Treatment Plan for superficial BCC
02:30 How to apply Imiquimod
04:27 Normal skin reactions week-by-week (side effects)
05:56 When to stop it & Storing leftover sachets safely

I'm Dr Finbar — a GP with a special interest in skin health and cancer. My aim is to make treatment clearer and more manageable for you.

📌 Related videos:
▶️ What is Actinic Keratosis? → https://youtu.be/hiHaRCnoShs?si=VPmD9N8t79zVWAnM
▶️ What is BCC? → https://youtu.be/WKLWonDQvbg?si=GdzV1BheYYKz6Vwu
▶️ Innocent Skin Lesion or Skin Cancer? → https://youtu.be/ZKxk0VPR2kQ?si=cALkrlSaKtG6kBDQ

💬 Leave a comment if you’ve had trouble getting Imiquimod or experienced reactions you weren’t expecting. Your story might help someone else.

More FREE patient resources:
➡️ https://www.drfinbarsskinclinic.com/bloghome ⬅️

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Disclaimer:
The video is intended as an educational resource only. The information within this video or on this channel isn't designed to replace professional input, so if you have any medical issues please consult a medical provider. No professional relationship is being created by watching this video. Dr. Finbar cannot give any individual medical advice. All information should be verified for accuracy by the individual user. Dr Finbar accepts no responsibility for individual interpretation of data, although it is always accurate to the best of his knowledge at the time of the video being published.

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