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Azelex

Azelex



USES: This medication is used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne.


 
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Azelex

Uses
This medication is used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne.
Notes
  • Improvement is usually seen within four weeks.
  • However, it may take several weeks of continued use before the full effects of this medication are evident.
  • Dark skinned individuals may notice a lightening in skin color.
  • This is harmless but should be reported to your doctor or pharmacist.

Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C).
  • Do not freeze.
  • Check the expiration date on the tube and discard any expired medication.


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How To Use
  • HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This is applied to the skin as directed usually twice a day.
  • To apply, clean and pat dry the affected area.
  • Apply a thin layer on the skin and massage in gently.
  • Wash hands well after use.
  • Do not use large amounts or apply this more often than directed.
  • Your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effects may be increased.
  • Use for full course of treatment.
  • Avoid contact in or near the eyes or inside the nose and mouth.
  • If it gets in your eyes wash out immediately with plenty of water and call your doctor if irritation persists.
  • Do not apply any type of dressing or covering over the cream unless told to do so by your doctor.

Side Effects
  • Slight stinging or burning, itching, tingling, redness or drying of the skin may occur.
  • If these symptoms continue or become severe or if you develop a skin rash, changes in skin color or a worsening of asthma symptoms, notify your doctor.
  • The cream may cause irritation that may be controlled by using once daily instead of twice daily.
  • Consult your physician.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Before using this, tell your doctor if you have any illnesses or any allergies.
  • This medication may be used with caution during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered and resume your regular dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor or pharmacist of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may take particularly any skin products.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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User Medicine Opinions for Azelex  
Overall: 3 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 31
Time Taken: 120 days
Reason: red acne scars, uneven skin tone Date: 27 May 2006
Side Effects
none really. I expected the burning/sensitive feeling the packaging warned about, but didn't feel it; possibly because I'd been using Neutrogena's "Healthy Defense" lotion, which *does* sting a bit.

Additional Thoughts
After about 6 months or so, it really doesn't seem to have made much of a difference. It's hard to tell. I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which causes ongoing acne and facial hair that needs to be plucked. Azelex has made my skin more sensitive (more easily damaged from plucking or acne scars) but the cream also *seems* to minimize the damage. Again, it's hard to tell. I have a medium complexion - somewhat dark, my complexion is what most people look like after a tan - and use it only on my chin and upper lip area.

Overall: 2 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 25
Time Taken: 6 months
Reason: acne, acne scarring Date: 7 October 2006
Side Effects
burning/tingling, itchy feeling

Additional Thoughts
After using this for several months I noticed absolutely no difference at all in my skin. Still broke out, still red, still scarred.

Overall: 3 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 21
Time Taken: 4 weeks
Reason: moderate acne Date: 27 February 2007
Side Effects
initial breakout

Additional Thoughts
using it w/ doxycycline, it does seem to fade scars but hoping it will do more for acne.

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