Azelex

Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream belongs to the class of medications known as Dicarboxylic Acids.

Furthermore, Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream works by effectively stopping the growth of bacteria on the skin and reducing the amount of a natural skin substance, keratin, that causes acne.

Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream is a topical anti – bacterial cream, used to effectively treat mild to moderate acne formation. This medication may also be used to keep skin pores clear and bacteria – free, hence lessening acne formation.

Azelex (Azelaic Acid) is available as a cream, which must be applied to the skin twice daily or as directed by your health care professional. You must be certain to carefully follow the directions on your prescription label and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of how to take this medication that you do not understand.

Furthermore, when applying Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream, use only a small amount of this medication and apply a thin film to the acne – affected area that must be first cleaned, washed and patted dry. It is important to rub the Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream in gently, but thoroughly, and be sure not to cover the affected area with gauze or a bandage unless your health care professional has advised you to do so.

Furthermore, you must use Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream exactly as directed and refrain from using a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether using this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Do not suddenly discontinue this medication without prior confirmation from your health care professional, however. If you do, your acne may return or get worse. You must also be sure to consult your health care professional pertaining to the use of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream in children.

While on an ongoing course of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.
Sometimes, Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream may cause the patient to experience temporary burning, pruritus (an itching sensation), stinging on the skin surface, asthma, a tingling sensation, skin rashes, skin crusting and difficulty in breathing.

Furthermore, Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream may cause the patient to experience tightness in the chest, skin swelling, worsening of Herpes Labialis, skin irritation, dermatitis (skin inflammation), Keratosis Pilaris (small rough bumps) and hives.

If you are on an ongoing course of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

Sometimes, Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream interacts with various medications, such as cleansers that contain alcohol, tinctures, astringents, abrasives and peeling agents.

In case of an overdose of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed to check your response to Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else share your Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, if you conceive whilst on a course of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive. Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream may be harmful if swallowed.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream. It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional.

It is important that you do not apply a double dose of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

Speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

Store Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. You must speak with your pharmacist or health care professional about the proper disposal of this medication.

It is important for the patient to know that before using Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream; they must inform their health care professional, if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from repeat episodes of cold sores, fever blisters (oral herpes) or asthma.

Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream it is best not to use cosmetics too heavily or too often; this may worsen your acne – formation. However, you may use water – based cosmetics after receiving the go – ahead from your health care professional.
Lastly, you must refrain from applying Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream in your vagina, eyes, nose and mouth. Prior to using Azelex (Azelaic Acid) cream you must also inform your health care professional if you frequently consume drinks containing a caffeine percentage, eat spicy foods, smoke or use illegal medications.