Skinoren 20% Cream - 30gm

The scientific name for Skinoren cream is azelaic acid and it is the main ingredient in many acne creams. Azelaic Ointment 20%Why is Azelaic Acid Used: Azelaic acid is a skin ointment used to treat common acne.Do not use Azelaic Acid: If you are allergic to azelaic acid or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Warnings and Precautions: 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 mucous membranes. If this occurs, immediately flush eyes, mouth, or other mucous membranes with large amounts of cool water. Possible Side Effects: Reasons to Stop Using Azelaic Acid Stop using azelaic acid if you think you are having an allergic reaction (such as a rash) to azelaic acid. If skin irritation persists: Reduce the amount of azelaic acid you use at a time, apply only once a day, or discontinue treatment temporarily. How to Use Azelaic Acid: Adults and Adolescents (12-18 years) Wash the entire area to be treated thoroughly with plain water. If the skin is oily, use a gentle skin cleanser. Dry the skin thoroughly before applying. Start treatment with azelaic acid twice a day. The amount of azelaic acid to use will depend on the size of the area to be treated: If your entire face is affected, use 2.5 cm (about 0.5 g) of ointment each time you apply azelaic acid. How to store azelaic acid: Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Store azelaic acid at a temperature below 30°C. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton after EXP. After first opening the container, the shelf life is 6 months. Do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste.