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Skinoren (Azelaic Acid) 20% Cream 50g

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The prescription-only cream, Skinoren 20% 50g is a white opaque cream which contains the active ingredient Azelaic Acid. It is used to treat acne. It works by attacking the bacteria which play an essential part in causing acne and it reduces the growth of the harder outermost skin cells that block the pores of the skin to cause blackheads and whiteheads.

Azelaic acid belongs to the group of medications known as dicarboxylic acids. Reducing the skin's swelling and redness the cream helps to treat rosacea. It treats acne by eliminating the bacteria that enter pores and reducing the creation of keratin, a natural material that can cause acne.

Skinoren 20% 50g Cream should be kept out of reach and sight of children. It should not be stored above 30 degrees Celsius.

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How to use Skinoren (Azelaic Acid) 20% Cream 50g

When using Skinoren 20% 50g Cream, you should follow the instructions given to you by your doctor. Skinoren is for external use only. It should not be used for more than 12 months at any time. Wash the affected area well, rinse with warm water and pat dry. The amount of cream needed will depend on the size of the affected area. Apply the cream to the entire area of infected skin, using your fingertips. Apply to the entire area of skin which has acne, not just to individual spots. Wash your hands after use.

If you accidentally swallow any of the gel, seek medical advice immediately.

Side effects of Skinoren (Azelaic Acid) 20% Cream 50g

Skinoren 20% 50g Cream should not be used if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the medicine. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth or angles of the nose and other sensitive areas of your body. If accidental contact does occur, wash immediately with cool water. You should make sure to mention if you are taking any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. If you suffer from asthma, make sure your doctor is aware of this before using Skinoren, as on rare occasions, patients have found that their asthma symptoms have worsened after using Skinoren.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before using Skinoren as there is limited experience with us the medicine during pregnancy. Avoid letting infants come into contact with Skinoren.

As with all medicines, Skinoren 20% 50g Cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You should stop using Skinoren immediately and contact your doctor if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction to the product. Side effects are known to occur, although the frequency of these occurring includes local skin irritation - usually occurring at the start of treatment - scaling, pain, dryness, skin discolouration, irritation at the site of application, greasy skin, acne or loss of skin colour, tingling, dermatitis, discomfort or swelling at the site of application, cracking of the lips, vesicles, eczema, ulceration, warmth at the site of application, rash at the site of application, worsening of asthma symptoms. If any of these side effects occur, you should speak to your doctor.

If any of these side effects get serious, or you get side effects not listed above, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

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