Azelik gel 15% 30g

Trade name of the drug:  Azelik^®

Dosage Form: gel for external use

Description

The gel is white or almost white in color, a slight peculiar smell is allowed.

Pharmacotherapeutic group: rash acne treatment

Pharmacological properties:

Pharmacodynamics

It has bacteriostatic activity against Propionibacterium acne and Staphylococcus epidermidis, reduces the production of fatty acids that contribute to the occurrence of acne. Reduces the formation of comedones. Influencing the process of keratinization of epidermal cells, inhibits the growth and activity of abnormal melanocytes, causing melasma-type hyperpigmentation. It has anti-acne, depigmenting effect.

 Pharmacokinetics

After application to the skin penetrates the epidermis and dermis, 3.6% of the total dose is absorbed into the systemic circulation. Part of the absorbed acid is excreted by the kidneys in unchanged form, and some in the form of dicarboxylic acids (C7, C5), which are formed as a result of beta-oxidation.

Indications

Acne (acne vulgaris), rosacea.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the drug.

 Carefully

Pregnancy, lactation.

Use during pregnancy and during breastfeeding

During pregnancy and during breastfeeding, they are used only if the intended benefit to the mother exceeds the risk to the fetus and child.

Dosage and administration

Outwardly.The gel should be applied to the previously thoroughly washed (with water or cleansed with a mild cleansing cosmetic) and dried face skin. The gel is applied in a thin layer on the affected skin 2 times / 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 (acne vulgaris) pronounced improvement is usually observed after 4 weeks. For best results, use of the drug should be continued for several months.

Adverse Effects

At the beginning of treatment, a local irritating effect, hyperemia and peeling of the skin, burning, erythema, and itching are usually stopped, usually during treatment. Allergic skin reactions are possible.

Overdose

Currently, cases of overdose are not described.

Interaction with other drugs

Can be used in combination with other drugs for the treatment of acne.

Special notes

It is necessary to avoid getting the drug in the eyes, as well as on the mucous membranes of the nose, lips and mouth, in case of accidental contact, immediately rinse with water.

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 disappearance of the symptoms of skin irritation should resume regular use of the drug in the recommended dose.

During treatment, it is necessary to protect the skin from the entire spectrum of solar radiation.

Release form

Gel for external use of 15%.

On 5 or 30 g in an aluminum tube. Each tube together with the application instruction in a pack from a cardboard.

 Storage conditions

At a temperature not higher than 25 ° С. Do not freeze.

Keep out of the reach of children.