Finacea Gel (Azelaic Acid) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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FINACEA®
(azelaic acid) Gel, 15%

For Dermatologic Use Only - Not for Ophthalmic, Oral, or Intravaginal

DRUG DESCRIPTION

FINACEA® (azelaic acid) Gel, 15%, contains azelaic acid, a naturally occurring saturated dicarboxylic acid. Chemically, azelaic acid is 1,7-heptanedicarboxylic acid, with the molecular formula C₉H₁₆O₄, a molecular weight of 188.22, and the structural formula:

FINACEA® (azelaic acid) Formula Illustration

Azelaic acid is a white, odorless crystalline solid that is poorly soluble in water at 20°C (0.24%), but freely soluble in boiling water and in ethanol.

Each gram of FINACEA Gel, 15%, contains 0.15 gm azelaic acid (15% w/w) as the active ingredient in an aqueous gel base containing benzoic acid (as a preservative), disodium-EDTA, lecithin, medium-chain triglycerides, polyacrylic acid, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, and sodium hydroxide to adjust pH.

What are the possible side effects of azelaic acid topical (Azelex, Finacea, Finevin)?

Serious side effects are not likely to occur. Stop using azelaic acid topical and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or hives).

You may experience some burning, warmth, stinging, tingling, itching, redness, dryness, peeling, or irritation while using azelaic acid topical. If these side effects are excessive, ask your doctor about using azelaic acid once daily.

If you have dark skin and you...

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What are the precautions when taking azelaic acid (Finacea Gel)?

Before taking metronidazole, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other nitroimidazoles such as tinidazole; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver problems, nervous system disorders (e.g., seizures), blood disorders, Crohn's disease.

Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this medication and for at least 3 days after finishing this medicine because severe stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, headache and flushing may occur.

This drug may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 12/2/2010
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.