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How to Use

When applying the cream, use only a small amount of drug and apply a thin film to clean, dry skin that is effected by acne. It is important to rub it in gently but well.

After applying azelaic acid cream, wash your hands well to remove any drug that may remain on them.

Keep this drug away from the eyes, other mucous membranes, such as the mouth, lips and inside of the nose and sensitive areas of the neck . If the drug accidently gets on these areas, wash with water at once.

To help clear up your acne completely, it is very important that you keep using this drug for the full time of treat , even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a short time. If you stop using this drug too soon, your acne may return or get worse.

Dosage

• For topical dosage form - cream:
  • For acne:
    • Adults and teenagers Apply a small amount two times a day, usually in the morning and the evening, to areas effected by acne. Rub in gently but well. When you are just beginning to use the drug, your family doctor may want you to apply the drug only one time a day for a few days, to reduce the risk of skin irritation.
    • Children Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the drug from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
• Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.