Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Acne
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AZELEX |
| Manufacturer |
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Allergan |
| Legal Classification |
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Antibacterial/antikeratinizing agent. |
| Generic Name |
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Azelaic acid 20%; crm. |
| Indications |
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Mild to moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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Wash and dry skin. Massage thin film gently into affected areas twice daily (AM and PM). Wash hands after use. If persistent irritation occurs, may decrease to once daily. |
| Precautions |
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Monitor patients with dark complexions for hypopigmentation. Discontinue if sensitivity or severe irritation develops. Avoid mouth, eyes, other mucous membranes, and occlusive dressings. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Pruritus, burning, stinging, tingling; rare: exacerbation of asthma or of recurrent herpes labialis, vitiligo depigmentation, small depigmented spots, hypertrichosis, reddening. |
| How Supplied |
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Crm—30g, 50g |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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