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Aziderm-15% Gel

Manufactured byMicro Labs Ltd.
ContainsAzelaic Acid
Description
Aziderm-15% Gel is used for the treatment of rosacea (a skin condition that causes facial redness and red bumps on your skin) and acne (a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles get clogged with oil and dead skin cells). Aziderm-15% Gel works by killing the infection-causing bacteria and preventing further bacterial growth. It keeps your skin pores clear by reducing oil secretions and regulating the production of keratin (protein) and thereby preventing acne formation. It also prevents the formation of certain chemical substances in your body and helps treat skin redness. Aziderm-15% Gel may cause burning sensation, itching, dryness, etc at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Aziderm-15% Gel should be applied topically to the affected part of your skin as directed by your doctor. Continue using the medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your condition. Aziderm-15% Gel should be avoided if you are allergic to it. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age (acne) and 18 years of age (rosacea). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before using this medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Aziderm-15% Gel

  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Pain, itching, dryness at the application site
  • Skin rash
  • Tingling and numbness at the application site

Uses of Aziderm-15% Gel

What is it prescribed for?

  • Rosacea
  • Acne
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required by Aziderm-15% Gel to show its effect is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Aziderm-15% Gel remains effective in your body is not clinically known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Aziderm-15% Gel.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Aziderm-15% Gel is not known. However, this medicine may be safe to use during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Aziderm-15% Gel passes into breastmilk. However, this medicine may be safe to use during breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation. If indicated for use, avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into contact with your infant.

Allergy

Avoid Aziderm-15% Gel if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Aziderm-15% Gel is not known. However, this medicine may be safe to use during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Aziderm-15% Gel passes into breastmilk. However, this medicine may be safe to use during breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation. If indicated for use, avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into contact with your infant.
General warnings

Other medicines

Aziderm-15% Gel may interact with other medicines meant for topical use. Concomitant use of this medicine and other medicines meant for topical use on the same area of your skin should therefore be avoided. Inform your doctor about the topical preparations (ointments/lotions/gels) that you may have been using to avoid undesired side effects.

Asthma

Asthma is a condition in which the air passages in your lungs become narrow due to swelling and tightening of the muscles around the small airways, resulting in breathing difficulties. Aziderm-15% Gel should be used with caution if you have asthma due to the increased risk of worsening your symptoms.

External use only

Aziderm-15% Gel is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact with your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Seek immediate medical help in case of accidental ingestion.

Use in children

Rosacea: Aziderm-15% Gel is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data. Acne: Aziderm-15% Gel is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Aziderm-15% Gel as soon as you remember. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Since Aziderm-15% Gel is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not apply more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Aziderm-15% Gel is meant for external use only. Use it as directed by your doctor. Close the cover of the tube immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the tube. Use Aziderm-15% Gel at around the same time every day for the ease of remembrance. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless directed by your doctor. Do not give Aziderm-15% Gel to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Aziderm-15% Gel works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby preventing cell growth and eventually killing the bacteria. It keeps your skin pores clear by reducing oil secretions and regulating the production of keratin (protein) and helps prevent acne formation. It also prevents the formation of certain chemical substances in your body and helps treat skin redness.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Topical anti-acne agents, Topical anti-rosacea agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 30 Nov 2021

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