Azelik gel for external use 15%, 30g

Composition

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of 100 g of gel contains:  

azelaic acid in terms of 100% substance – 15 g.

Auxiliary substances:  Benzoic acid 0.1 g, methylpyrrolidone 4 g, squalane 1 g, propylene glycol 8 g, disodium edetate 0.1 g, sodium hydroxide 0.25 g, dimethicone 1 g, macrogol cetostearate 1.4 g, carbomer interpolymer 1.4 g, purified water up to 100 g.

Pharmacological action

Treatment of acne remedy.

Indications

Acne vulgaris, rosacea.

Use during pregnancy and lactation

During pregnancy and lactation, it is used only if the intended benefit to the mother exceeds the risk to the fetus and child.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Side effects

At the beginning of treatment, there may be a local irritant effect, hyperemia and peeling of the skin, burning, erythema, itching, usually stopping during treatment. Possible allergic skin reactions.

Interaction

It can be used in combination with other medications for the treatment of acne.

How to take, course of use and dosage

Externally.

The gel should be applied to pre-thoroughly washed (with water or cleansed with a mild cleansing cosmetic product) and dried skin of the face. The gel is applied in a thin layer to the affected areas of the skin 2 times a day (morning and evening) and lightly rubbed. Approximately 2.5 cm of gel is sufficient for the entire surface of the face. In patients with acne vulgaris marked improvement is usually observed after 4 weeks.

For best results, the drug should be continued for several months.

Overdose

Currently, no cases of overdose of the drug have been described.

Special instructions

Avoid getting the drug in the eyes, as well as on the mucous membranes of the nose, lips and mouth. In cases of severe skin irritation in the first weeks of treatment, the gel can be applied 1 time/day; short-term withdrawal of the drug is also possible. After the symptoms of skin irritation disappear, regular use of the drug should be resumed at the recommended dose.

Form of production

Gel for external use 15%.

Storage conditions

At a temperature not exceeding 30 °C.

Shelf

life is 2 years.

Active ingredient

Azelaic Acid

Dosage form

gel for external use

Description

Pregnant women as prescribed by a doctor, Children over 12 years of age, Adults, Nursing mothers as prescribed by a doctor

Indications

Acne, Rosacea, Acne