Qmica 12.5mg Cream is used in the treatment of genital warts, rough and scaly patches that appear due to exposure to the sun, and a certain type of skin cancer. It works by triggering the immune system to fight against the virus responsible for these warts.

Qmica 12.5mg Cream is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Use the medicine regularly at the same time each day to get most benefit from it.

Qmica 12.5mg Cream is usually well tolerated with little or no side effects. Qmica 12.5mg Cream may cause redness, itching, swelling and pain at the site of application which usually go away with time. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects does not go away with time or it worsens.

Uses of Qmica Cream

Benefits of Qmica Cream

In Genital warts (Skin bumps on or around the genital or anal area)

Qmica 12.5mg Cream is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of genital warts (Skin bumps on or around the genital or anal area). It effectively removes the warts, promotes healing of injured skin and helps in formation of new healthy layers of skin.

In Basal cell cancer

Qmica 12.5mg Cream stimulates the immune system to release a number of chemicals called cytokines, which are important in fighting viruses and destroying cancer cells. When used to treat skin cancers and precancerous lesions it results in inflammation, which destroys the lesion. You may have to use Qmica 12.5mg Cream for several weeks. Continue using this medicine as directed by the doctor.

In Actinic keratosis

Actinic keratosis is an abnormal rough and scaly growth of skin, due to long-term exposure to the sun. These lesions can lead to skin cancer and need medical attention. Qmica 12.5mg Cream kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. This helps to prevent skin cancer and also improves the skin texture.Use it as prescribed by the doctor and follow all the instructions carefully.

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Side effects of Qmica Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Qmica

Dry skin
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Edema (swelling)
Skin flakes
Skin ulcer
Induration (hardening of a normally soft tissue or organ)

How to use Qmica Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Qmica Cream works

Qmica 12.5mg Cream works in genital warts by triggering the immune system to produce natural substances which help fight against the virus, that causes warts. Researchers don't know how exactly it works in actinic keratosis or basal cell cancer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Qmica 12.5mg Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Qmica 12.5mg Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Qmica Cream?

If you miss a dose of Qmica 12.5mg Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Qmica 12.5mg Cream

₹76.0/gm of Cream

Imiquad Cream (0.25gm Each)

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹136.33/cream

79% costlier

Quick tips

Qmica 12.5mg Cream is used for the treatment of genital warts, rough scaly skin as well as a certain type of skin cancer.
Inform your doctor if you are taking medication for any other skin conditions
Apply Qmica 12.5mg Cream to the affected area as prescribed and do not cover the treated area with bandages or dressings.
Do not let Qmica 12.5mg Cream come in contact with your mouth or eyes. If it comes rinse with plain water immediately.
Be very careful while applying Qmica 12.5mg Cream to the genital area.
Do not apply Qmica 12.5mg Cream on inflamed skin and open wounds.
Try to avoid sexual contact while you are treating genital warts. You should ideally wait until your warts have gone and your skin has healed.
If you are using Qmica 12.5mg Cream for skin cancer, avoid being out in the sun between 11 am and 3 pm. Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with your doctor's consultation.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Imidazoquinoline Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Patient concerns

I have gential warts on my penis

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

For genital warts Kindly once consult to skin doctor

my problem is genital warts in penis area

Dr. Jyoti Arora

Sexology

Thanks for sending across your query.For your concern kindly visit your near urologist doctor. Or visit to our clinic.

User feedback

Patients taking Qmica 12.5mg Cream

Once A Day

73%

Alternate Day

18%

Twice A Day

What are you using Qmica Cream for?

Genital warts*

89%

Others

11%

*Genital warts (Skin bumps on or around the genital or anal area)

How much was the improvement?

Poor

100%

Related lab tests

Human Papilloma Virus

Papanicolaou (PAP) Cytology

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