Generic name:azelaic acid (topical route) [ ay-ze-LAY-ik-AS-id ]
Drug classes:Topical acne agents, Topical anti-rosacea agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 10, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Azelex
- Finacea
- Finacea Plus
Available Dosage Forms:
- Cream
- Foam
- Gel/Jelly
Therapeutic Class: Antiacne Antibacterial
Uses for Finacea
Azelaic acid topical cream is used to treat mildly to moderately inflamed acne. The topical foam and gel are used to treat mild to moderate rosacea. For acne, it works by killing the bacteria that cause acne and by keeping the skin pores clean.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Finacea
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of azelaic acid topical cream in children 12 years of age and older. Safety and efficacy in children younger than 12 years of age have not been established.
Appropriate studies on the relationship of age to the effects of azelaic acid topical foam or gel have not been performed in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefuln...
