Finacea

Inflammation, Nutritional supplementation, Acne Vulgaris + 1 more
Treatment
10 Active Studies for Finacea

What is Finacea

Azelaic acidThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryAzelaic acid is a naturally occurring acid found in wheat, rye, barley, and a type of skin fungus. It is used to treat mild to moderate acne when applied topically as a cream. It works by stopping the growth of skin bacteria that cause acne and keeping skin pores clear. Azelaic acid can also inhibit the production of proteins in bacteria, which further helps reduce acne.
Azelexis the brand name
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Finacea Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Azelex
Azelaic acid
1996
18

Effectiveness

How Finacea Affects PatientsAzelaic acid is a naturally occurring acid found in grains such as wheat, rye, and barley. It is produced by a type of yeast that lives on healthy skin and can be used as a cream to treat acne. When applied topically, it helps reduce acne by stopping the growth of bacteria and keeping skin pores clear. Azelaic acid has an antimicrobial effect, which means it stops the bacteria from making proteins that it needs to survive.
How Finacea works in the bodyAzelaic acid is used to treat acne and other skin conditions. It works by inhibiting proteins that are produced in aerobically and anaerobically growing bacteria. It also reverses some of the changes that occur in acne, like thickening of the top layer of skin, or keratin process. It reduces the size of keratohyalin granules in the epidermis, and lowers the number of those granules overall.

When to interrupt dosage

The quantity of Finacea is contingent upon the identified ailment, such as Nutritional supplementation, Bacterial Infections and Inflammation. The measure of dosage is contingent upon the technique of administration (e.g. Tablet, coated or Topical) outlined in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Inflammation
, 0.15 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 5.0 mg, 15.0 %, 250.0 mg/mL
, Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Kit, Cutaneous, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Liquid, Liquid - Topical, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Cream - Topical
Nutritional supplementation
, 0.15 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 5.0 mg, 15.0 %, 250.0 mg/mL
, Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Kit, Cutaneous, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Liquid, Liquid - Topical, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Cream - Topical
Acne Vulgaris
, 0.15 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 5.0 mg, 15.0 %, 250.0 mg/mL
, Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Kit, Cutaneous, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Liquid, Liquid - Topical, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Cream - Topical
Bacterial Infections
, 0.15 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 5.0 mg, 15.0 %, 250.0 mg/mL
, Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Kit, Cutaneous, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Liquid, Liquid - Topical, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Cream - Topical

Warnings

Finacea has one contra-indication, thus it should not be employed for the disorders specified in the below table.Finacea Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Finacea.
Common Finacea Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Abacavir
Minor
Azelaic acid may decrease the excretion rate of Abacavir which could result in a higher serum level.
Aclidinium
Minor
Azelaic acid may decrease the excretion rate of Aclidinium which could result in a higher serum level.
Acrivastine
Minor
Azelaic acid may decrease the excretion rate of Acrivastine which could result in a higher serum level.
Albutrepenonacog alfa
Minor
Azelaic acid may decrease the excretion rate of Albutrepenonacog alfa which could result in a higher serum level.
Allylestrenol
Minor
Azelaic acid may decrease the excretion rate of Allylestrenol which could result in a higher serum level.
Finacea Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of the drug in rats has been found to be greater than 5g/kg.
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Finacea Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Finacea?

Nineteen active studies are presently being conducted to assess the potential of Finacea to treat Acne, provide Nutritional supplementation and combat Bacterial Infections.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Nutritional supplementation
1 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1
Inflammation
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Acne Vulgaris
9 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 4

Finacea Reviews: What are patients saying about Finacea?

5Patient Review
7/15/2016
Finacea for Acne Rosacea
Finacea was exactly the help I needed for my rosacea. The only downside is that it caused some initial dryness, itching, and burning. However, I found that using coconut oil as a moisturizer helped immensely with these symptoms.
5Patient Review
7/22/2015
Finacea for Acne Rosacea
Metro-Gel was a terrible experience for me and did nothing to help my Rosacea. However, once I started using Finacea as prescribed by a dermatologist, I saw amazing results within weeks!
5Patient Review
8/20/2017
Finacea for Acne Rosacea
In only five days, this treatment has made an incredible difference in my skin. Pustules are almost gone and my skin feels smooth and bright. I'm also pleased that regular pimples have cleared up. The only downside is the itchiness, but hopefully that will go away with time.
5Patient Review
4/4/2017
Finacea for Acne Rosacea
This acne treatment is super easy to use - you don't need to apply much at all. I've found that it works best when applied right before bedtime.
5Patient Review
1/18/2017
Finacea for Acne Rosacea
I don't usually write reviews, but this medication is really great. I've been struggling with Rosacea for three years now, and this is the first time I've felt pretty again.
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Patient Q&A Section about finacea

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Do you need a prescription for Finacea?

"The prescription medicine Finacea® (azelaic acid) Foam is used topically to treat the raised spots and pimple-like bumps associated with mild to moderate rosacea."

Answered by AI

What does Finacea do for skin?

"This medication is used to treating rosacea, a type of adult acne. Rosacea symptoms include redness, swelling, and pimples. This medication can help by decreasing the severity of those symptoms."

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What are the side effects of Finacea?

"The most common side effects of this medication are application site reactions, such as burning, stinging, tingling, dryness, tightness, scaling, itching, redness, irritation, or swelling. Other possible side effects include acne, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, and more."

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How long does it take for Finacea to work?

"Anecdotally, people have said that they noticed an improvement in their rosacea within the first two weeks to month of using the gel. Research has found that after twelve weeks of treatment with Finacea gel twice a day, the number of papules and pustules reduced by 50 to 58%."

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Clinical Trials for Finacea

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