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Your monthly Aldara cost savings if eligible

With our assistance, you could access the Aldara patient assistance program and obtain your medication for free. We only charge a flat monthly fee of $49 per medication for our services.

Am I eligible for Aldara patient assistance?

We review each Aldara enrollment application individually to determine if you are eligible. Each assistance program has its own eligibility criteria and the factors considered by most programs are:

  • I am a permanent, legal resident of the United States or Puerto Rico
  • I am uninsured or my insurance doesn’t cover my medication
  • I meet certain income eligibility requirements

How do I apply for the Aldara patient assistance program?

Our process makes it as easy as possible to apply for the Aldara patient assistance program. Begin by completing the enrollment application form on our website. Tell us about any medications that you are taking, including Aldara, your healthcare provider, your insurance plan, and your household income. This information is required by the pharmaceutical manufacturers who will supply the medication, so it is important to make sure this information is accurate and up to date.

We will review the information that you have provided to determine whether you are eligible for patient assistance. If we can pre-qualify you for assistance, NiceRx will handle the full enrollment process on your behalf. If you are approved by the pharmaceutical company, you will typically start receiving your medication in 6 – 8 weeks.

Is NiceRx an Aldara coupon provider?

NiceRx is not an Aldara coupon, Aldara discount card, or Aldara copay card provider. We do not offer Aldara manufacturer coupons, Aldara discounts, rebates, Aldara savings cards, trial offers, or free Aldara samples. We are a service provider that helps eligible individuals access their medication directly from the U.S. pharmaceutical company.

Can NiceRx help me get Aldara cheaper if I have insurance?

NiceRx may be able to help you if:

  • You have a high copay or coinsurance responsibility for Aldara
  • Your insurance company will not pay for your Aldara prescription
  • Your healthcare plan does not cover your medication
  • You do not have insurance

Please apply online to find out if we can help you.

How much does Aldara cost without insurance?

Without insurance, Aldara costs will vary depending on where you buy the medication as prices will vary by retailer. As a guide, Aldara topical cream 5% will cost around $100 for 12.

How much does Aldara cost with insurance?

The copay for Aldara will depend on the terms of your healthcare plan. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist will be able to calculate your copay with your current insurance. Contact them to find out more.

What is Aldara?

Aldara is an FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) approved medication manufactured by 3M Pharmaceuticals. Aldara cream is classed as an immune response modifier used to treat:

  • Actinic keratosis (a condition caused by too much sun exposure) on the face and scalp in immunocompetent adults
  • Biopsy-confirmed, primary superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC), a type of skin cancer in immunocompetent adults, when surgery would not be appropriate
  • External genital warts and perianal warts/condyloma acuminata in patients 12 years of age or older

What doses of Aldara are available?

Aldara is available as a cream, in the following doses: 5%.

For Actinic keratosis apply twice a week to the affected area for 16 weeks. Apply to the treatment area in a thin layer, and rub in until it disappears. Use it before going to bed, leaving it on for 8 hours. Wash off with water and mild soap in the morning. For superficial basal cell carcinoma apply the cream 5 times per week for 6 weeks. For genital warts apply the cream 3 times per week for no longer than 16 weeks. Do not cover the treated skin area with any type of bandaging, and avoid nylon underwear. You may wear cotton gauze or underwear over the treated area.

Using too much Aldara cream, or using it for too long can increase your risk of severe skin reactions. Do not use Aldara cream to treat any skin condition that has not been checked by a doctor. Avoid exposure to sunlight, sunlamps, or tanning beds. Aldara can make your skin sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are going outdoors.

Always speak with a healthcare professional for medical advice about any changes to your dose so they can monitor and evaluate your condition.

Aldara active ingredients

The active ingredient of Aldara is imiquimod.

Aldara side effects

The most common side effects of Aldara in clinical trials include:

  • Application site reactions
  • Local skin reactions – itching, burning, erythema, blisters, flaking, scaling, dryness, scabbing, crusting, edema, ulceration
  • Tiredness
  • Fever, and headache
  • Changes in the color of treated skin
  • Chest pain, back pain
  • Stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat
  • Nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite
  • Vaginal itching or discharge

In rare instances, Aldara can cause more serious side effects. These can include:

  • Severe local inflammatory reactions of the female external genitalia
  • Flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, body aches, tired feeling, swollen glands

Your doctor will assess the benefits of using Aldara against your risk of side effects. Patients are encouraged to report negative side effects or adverse reactions to Aldara to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Aldara drug interactions

Other drugs may interact with Aldara, including prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your health care provider about all of your medications including any supplements you are taking.

Aldara contraindications

You should not use Aldara if you:

  • Are allergic to the active ingredient imiquimod
  • Have had an allergic reaction to any of the other ingredients in Aldara
  • Are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant

Talk to your doctor before using Aldara if you:

  • Are taking any of the medications that could interact with Aldara
  • Have sunburn or other skin problems
  • Have a weak immune system or autoimmune disorder
  • Have graft-versus-host disease
  • Have recently been treated for actinic keratosis or genital warts with surgery or other medications
  • Have recently received a bone marrow transplant or cord blood transplant
  • Are breastfeeding or are planning to breastfeed – It is unknown whether this drug passes into breast milk

Aldara generic

Aldara is the trademark brand name for imiquimod manufactured by 3M Pharmaceuticals. A generic version of imiquimod is available. Generic drugs are generally cheaper than brand-name drugs, but you can still find Aldara savings through NiceRx.

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The content on this website is intended for information purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice. The information on this website should not be relied upon and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. You should always speak to your doctor regarding the risks and benefits of any treatment.