Azelec Cream20%
Cream
The ACME Laboratories Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Azelec Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Azelec Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Azelec Cream is a topical medication used in the treatment of acne (pimples). It effectively relieves symptoms such as lumps, redness and swelling assoc... View More
Uses of Azelec Cream
- Acne
Side effects of Azelec Cream
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Azelec 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 ... View More
How Azelec Cream works
Azelaic acid works by killing the acne-causing bacteria and reduces inflammation (redness and swelling) of the skin.
What if you forget to take Azelec Cream?
If you miss a dose of Azelec Cream, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
- Apply it precisely only over the affected area. If irritation happens, stop using it and consult your doctor.
- If you have sensitive skin, you should apply Azelaic acid only once a day for the first week of treatment and then proceed to twice daily applications.
- Before applying the cream/gel, clean the skin thoroughly with plain water and make it dry.
- Avoid contact with eyes, mouth or other inner skin layers (mucous membranes). In case of accidental contact, wash immediately with large amounts of cold... View More
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Indication
Acne vulgaris, Rosacea, Rosacea melasma, Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Administration
Cleanse affected area with mild soap or soapless cleansing lotion and pat dry before applying. Apply thinly into the affected areas bid (morning and eve... View More
Adult Dose
Topical Acne vulgaris Adult: As 20% cream: Apply into the affected areas bid (morning and evening). Improvement may be detectable w/n 4 wk. Duration o... View More
Child Dose
Topical Acne vulgaris, Rosacea Child: >12 yr Same as adult dose. <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Mode of Action
Azelaic acid is a naturally-occurring aliphatic dicarboxylic acid. The exact mechanism of action in treatment of acne vulgaries has not been fully estab... View More
Precaution
Pregnancy, lactation. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth or other mucous membranes. Occlusive dressings or wrappings should not be used. Recommend patient t... View More
Side Effect
>10% Burning/ stinging/ tingling (4-16%) 1-10% Pruritus (1-6%),Scaling/ dry skin/ xerosis (1-5%),Erythema/ irritation (1-2%) <1% Contact dermat... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: B Lactation: enters breast milk; use with caution
Interaction
There have been no formal studies of the interaction of Azelaic Acid Gel with other drugs.
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More