Azelec Cream20%
Rx- Generic:
- Azelaic Acid 20% topical
- Company:
- The ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Cream
- Pack size:
- 10gm tube
৳ 75.51/unit
Pack: ৳ 75.51
At a glance
Azelaic Acid 20% topical — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Azelaic Acid 20% topical is a topical medication used in the treatment of acne (pimples). It effectively relieves symptoms such as lumps, redness and swelling associated with different forms of acne by killing the acne causing bacteria. Azelaic Acid 20% topical is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean. Azelaic Acid 20% topical has a few potential side effects but not everyone will get them. These may include application site reactions like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. Serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare but let your doctor know if you're bothered by side effects or they do not go away. Make sure you read the instructions that come with your medicine. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental contact, you should rinse eyes thoroughly with water. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or plan to become pregnant, you should consult your doctor before using this medicine as it may cause side effects that could be harmful to the developing baby. Azelaic acid works by killing the acne-causing bacteria and reduces inflammation (redness and swelling) of the skin.
Indications
• Acne
Mechanism 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 established. It is believed to inhibit the growth of susceptible organisms (mainly Propionibacteria Acnes) on the skin surface, and inhibits follicular keratinisation thus restricts the development of comedones. Mechanism of action in the treatment of rosacea is unknown.
Dosage
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 of treatment: Up to 6 mth. Topical Rosacea Adult: Apply into the affected areas bid (morning and evening). Improvement occurs in 4-8 wk. Child Dose: Topical Acne vulgaris, Rosacea Child: >12 yr Same as adult dose. <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
Administration
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.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Azelaic Acid 20% topical, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Side effects
Common: • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Precautions & warnings
No interaction found/established 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 water. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Drug interactions
There have been no formal studies of the interaction of Azelaic Acid Gel with other drugs.
Food interactions
No interaction found/established
Use in pregnancy
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Azelaic Acid 20% topical is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Use in lactation
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Azelaic Acid 20% topical is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No interaction found/established No interaction found/established
Common questions
On my face there are pimple marks to reduce it use aziderm 20% cream-once daily at bedtime for 2months continuously How to remove pimpil marks in face Aziderm cream twice daily My face on very pimples and Aziderm cream twice daily I've got dark black skin knees. I need a treatment. Apply aziderm cream twice daily skin problems pimples and acne visit a dermatologist for acne peels start using 10% aziderm cream- once daily at bedtime for 6wks Acne problem since 4 yrs Got dark spots Hello PATIENT ur dark spots u can start using 10 % aziderm / ezanic cream - once daily at bedtime for 2months how to remove Acne marks. The marks are generally brownish in color. Use 10% aziderm cream - once daily at bedtime for 6wks Dnt rub Apply little amount Wash off I'd there is irritation I got dark patches on my chicks. I generally not work in direct sunlight. I think this is melasma. What can I do? Sunscreen everyday ( photo stable gel SPF 30 ) for application before sun exposureBiluma cream at night for 1 month alternate with aziderm 20 percent cream at night