TOPICAL MEDICATIONS

Topical medications used to treat rosacea come in the form of gels, creams and solutions. At the beginning of treatment, you may experience such side-effects as skin dryness and irritation, which may be relieved with the help of a good water-based mosturizer and sunblock. If applied once or twice a day to the affected area, they produce anti-inflammatory effect and significally reduce papules and pustules. It may take up to 8 weeks for rosacea symptoms to improve.

The topical medications used to treat rosacea are mentioned below:

Azelaic acid

is a natural acid found in wheat, rye, and barley. It is used in creams with such brand names as Azelex, Finacea, and Finevin and is beneficial for anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects.

Benzoyl peroxide

is a chemical with anti-microbial properties.

Clindamycin

is a topical antibiotic used to treat pustules.

Erythromycin

is a topical or oral antibiotic used for anti-microbial effect.

Metronidazole

is an antibiotic used in gels or creams that come under the brand names of Rozex and MetroGel.

Sulfacetamide

is an antibiotic with anti-inflammatory properties.

Sulfur lotions

are used to peel off the skin and get rid of excess oil and dirt.

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