What is imiquimod?

• Topical cream 5%, used 3 times a week, 6 to 10h then rince. Maxi 16 weeks • 1 bag/20 cm², EGW • No direct action on the virus but induction of IFN α • Eradication: 67% in women • Applied by the patient • Local tolerated erythema the first 2 weeks • Relapse sometimes (13% vs 23% at 6 months) • Indications: EGW in immune competent; HIV on tritherapy and CD4 > 200