Azac 20% Cream

What is Azac Cream 20%

Azac Cream 20% is a topical medication primarily used for Acne. It contains Azelaic Acid (20% w/w) as an FDA-approved ingredient. Azelaic Acid belongs to the class of dicarboxylic acids. Mark (India) Cosmed Pvt. Ltd. manufactures Azac Cream in its GMP-compliant laboratories.

Azelaic Acid works by lowering the pH of skin cells and disrupting DNA synthesis in bacterial cells, thereby inhibiting bacterial growth. It also has anti-inflammatory, anti-keratinizing, and anti-melanogenesis properties. Azac Cream 20% uses include the reduction of blackheads, whiteheads, redness, pimples, and swelling. It is also prescribed for mild and moderate papulopustular Rosacea.

Azac Cream 20% is a prescription-only product, so use it exactly as your doctor directed. Generally, it is applied to clean, dry affected skin twice daily, preferably in the morning and evening. Users with sensitive skin can be advised to use it once daily at night for the first week. If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as you remember, but skip it if the next dose is near. If overapplied, gently rinse your face with clean water and consult a doctor if any unwanted effects occur.

Azac Cream 20% side effects include stinging, burning, irritation, dryness, or peeling at the application site. Seek medical care if these effects persist. Precautions include avoiding contact with broken skin, the eyes, and the mouth. Do not combine with other irritating skin products unless advised, and avoid using for Eczema.

Store in a cool, dry place, below 30°C, protected from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of pets and children. Also, avoid applying expired cream.

What are the benefits of taking Azac Cream 20%

Azac Cream is widely preferred for Acne treatment and to clear the skin from clogged pores. Key benefits are listed as follows:

• Anti-bacterial action: Inhibits the growth of Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermis to lower skin pH and control Acne.
• Anti-inflammatory action: Inhibits redness and swelling-inducing proteins to reduce inflammation and manage Rosacea.
• Anti-keratinizing property: Balances keratinization (shedding of dead skin cells) to prevent the formation of whiteheads and blackheads, thereby unclogging pores.
• Anti-melanogenesis property: It inhibits melanin-producing tyrosinase enzyme. As a result, it controls post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

How to use Azac Cream 20%

Use Azac exactly as your doctor prescribes. If the whole face is affected, around 0.5 g of cream will be enough per application. General guidelines to use this cream are:

• First, wash and dry the affected area.
• Take a small amount of medication and apply a thin layer to the infected skin.
• Use once or twice a day, as prescribed.
• Wash your hands after use.

Strengths and Substitutes

Currently, only substitutes for Azac Cream 20% are available at Everyday Generic. Seek a doctor’s advice before using the following option:

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What are the side effects of Azac Cream 20%

Azelaic Acid 20% Cream can cause side effects in a few users. These effects will subside once the skin adjusts to the dose. But if they worsen or persist, inform your doctor. Common side effects observed at the application site are:

• Stinging
• Burning
• Irritation
• Dryness
• Peeling

Safety Advice

Liver Disease

Since Azac Cream 20% is used topically, it has a low systemic absorption. This is why it is typically unlikely to affect liver function when used as prescribed.

Kidney Impairment

Kidney-related interactions are not generally observed with topical use. However, as a safety measure, consult your doctor if you have a severe renal condition.

Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

Although topical use is usually considered low risk, it should be used only when prescribed, given limited human safety data.

Avoid

Avoid using it to treat Eczema or applying it to broken skin, the eyes, or the mouth. Also, do not combine Azac with other irritating skin products unless advised to do so.