Azelaic Acid
Information about Azelaic Acid
Azelaic acid uses
Azelaic Acid is used in the treatment of acne.
How azelaic acid works
Azelaic acid works by stopping the production of essential substances in certain bacteria, therefore stopping them growing.
Common side effects of azelaic acid
Application site burning, Application site pain, Application site itching
Available Medicine for Azelaic Acid
Expert advice for Azelaic Acid
- If you have a sensitive skin, you should apply Azelaic acid only once a day for the first week of treatment and then proceed to twice daily applications.
- You should not use Azelaic acid for more than 12 months at any time.
- Before applying the cream/gel, clean the skin thoroughly with plain water and make it dry.
- Azelaic acid is for external use on the skin only. You should not allow Azelaic acid to come into contact with your eyes, mouth or other inner skin layer (mucous membranes). If it does, wash immediately with large amounts of cool water.
- Use Azelaic acid with caution if you have asthma, as worsening of symptoms has been reported.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Azelaic Acid
Azelaic Acid
Q. Is azelaic acid over the counter?
Yes. azelaic acid is an over the counter drug
Q. Is azelaic acid an AHA/ retinoid/ antibiotic/ DHT blocker/ steroid?
Azelaic acid is not an AHA/retinoid/antibiotic/steroid. Azelaic acid may be a potent inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase which in turn decreases the levels of DHT (dihydrotestosterone).However, please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Q. Does azelaic acid work for wrinkles/ melasma/hair loss/redness/to get lighter skin?
Azelaic acid mainly used to treat pimples and no other skin conditions