Aziderm 15% Gel (Azelaic Acid 15%)

Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm belongs to the class of ‘dicarboxylic acids’, primarily used to treat acne (pimples) and rosacea (redness and visible blood vessels on the face). Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm has antibacterial, keratolytic (removes warts, calluses and other lesions), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-oxidant activity. It is used to clear bumps, lesions, and swelling caused by rosacea. Acne is a skin condition caused when the hair follicles are plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It can cause whiteheads, blackheads and pimples. Rosacea is a skin disease that causes redness, flushing, and pimples on the face.

Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm contains ‘Azelaic acid,’ a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid found in grains, such as barley, wheat, and rye. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm is bactericidal (kills bacteria) against Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis (gram-positive bacteria). It works by inhibiting the synthesis of microbial cellular proteins. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm clears the pores of bacteria that cause irritation and breakouts. It reduces inflammation making acne less visible, less red, and less irritated. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm also helps the skin renew itself and reduces pimple and blackhead formation.

Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm is available in topical (for skin use) gel, cream, foam, and soap. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, rinse with water immediately. Common side effects of Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm include dryness, peeling, burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site.

Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm. Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm or its components that may cause skin irritation. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm can make the skin change colour especially when the skin is dark in colour. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm foam is flammable, keep it away from flames and extreme heat. Do not puncture or incinerate the Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm foam canister. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother.

Acne (pimples), Rosacea.

Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm treats acne (pimples) and rosacea (redness and visible blood vessels on the face). It contains ‘Azelaic acid’, a dicarboxylic acid with antibacterial, keratolytic (removes warts, calluses and other lesions), comedolytic (inhibiting the formation of blemishes), and anti-oxidant activity. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm is bactericidal (kills bacteria) against Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis (gram-positive bacteria). It inhibits the synthesis of microbial cellular proteins and clears the pores of bacteria that cause irritation and breakouts. It reduces inflammation making acne less visible, less red, and less irritated. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm also helps the skin renew itself and reduces pimple and blackhead formation.

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Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm is available in topical (for skin use) gel, cream, lotion, foam and soap. Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cream/Gel/lotion: Take the advised amount of gel/lotion/cream with clean and dry hands on the skin’s affected areas. Gently massage the medicine into the skin with your fingers. Wash your hands before and after applying Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm. Do not put dressing or bandage on the affected areas. Cleansing bar/Soap: Work the soap into a nice lather and apply it on the affected areas with your hands. Gently massage in circular motions and rinse off with clean water.Foam: Apply a generous amount on to the affected areas with hands and massage it with fingers. Rinse off with clean water.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Like every medicine, Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm has common side effects like dryness, peeling, burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. Most of these side effects of Aziderm-15% Gel 15 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor. Seek medical attention if you notice any side effects like difficulty breathing, swelling of the eyes, fast heartbeat, fever, skin rash, and tightness in the throat.