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Description:

This medicine is an antimetabolite used to treat actinic (solar) keratoses, which is a skin growth caused by exposure to sunlight. It may also be used to treat certain types of skin cancer or other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Directions:

Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. APPLY ENOUGH OF THIS MEDICINE to cover the affected area. DO NOT BANDAGE OR WRAP the affected area, unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Wash your hands immediately after applying this medicine, unless they are part of the treated area. Rubber gloves may be used when you apply this medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), away from heat and light. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Keep the container tightly closed. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT USE 2 DOSES AT ONCE. If you miss more than 1 dose of your medicine, contact your doctor. Use this medicine regularly to receive the most benefit from it. Using this medicine at the same times each day will help you to remember.

Cautions:

DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning beds. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for future skin problems without first checking with your doctor. DO NOT USE OTHER TOPICAL MEDICINES or skin products without first checking with your doctor. THE TREATED AREAS may be unattractive during therapy and for several weeks after treatment has stopped. AVOID GETTING THIS MEDICINE IN YOUR EYES or on the inside of your nose or mouth. FOR WOMEN: DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE if you are pregnant. IF YOU SUSPECT THAT YOU COULD BE PREGNANT contact your doctor immediately. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while using this medicine.