Ezanic 20% Gel

Uses / Indications: Ezanic 20% Gel is used in the treatment of acne.

Pregnancy interaction:
• Ezanic 20% Gel is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Expert advice:
• Do not use azelaic acid for more than 12 months at any time.Do not take if you are allergic to azelaic acid or any of its ingredients. Before applying the cream/gel, clean the skin thoroughly with plain water and pat it dry. Azelaic acid is for external use on the skin only. Do not allow azelaic acid to come in contact with your eyes, mouth or other inner skin layer (mucous membranes). If it does, wash immediately with cool water. Inform your doctor if you have asthma before using azelaic acid. Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Side Effects:
• Application site burning, Application site pain, Application site itching.

How to use:
• Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.

How it works:
• Ezanic 20% Gel works by stopping the production of essential substances in certain bacteria, therefore stopping them growing.

Faq for medicine:
• Is azelaic acid an AHA/ retinoid/ antibiotic/ DHT blocker/ steroid? : Azelaic acid is not an AHA/retinoid/antibiotic/steroid. Azelaic acid may be an inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase which in turn decreases the levels of DHT (dihydrotestosterone)|Does azelaic acid topical work for wrinkles/ melasma/hair loss/redness/to get lighter skin? : Azelaic acid topical mainly used to treat pimples, sometimes for melasma and not recommended for other skin conditions|Does azelaic acid topical exfoliate? : There is not much evidence found for azelaic acid exfoliating dead skin|Does azelaic acid bleach clothes? : No, azelaic acid does not bleach clothes.