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Finacea Foam Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Azelaic acid 15%; foam; contains propylene glycol.
Pharmacological Class
Antibacterial/antikeratinizing agent.
See Also
How Supplied
Gel—50g tubes; Foam—50g cans
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Finacea Foam Indications
Indications
Mild to moderate rosacea.
Finacea Foam Dosage and Administration
Adult
≥18yrs: Wash and dry skin. Apply thin layer into affected areas twice daily (AM & PM). May apply cosmetics after gel dries.
Children
<18yrs: not established.
Finacea Foam Contraindications
Not Applicable
Finacea Foam Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Finacea Foam Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Monitor patients with dark complexions for hypopigmentation. Discontinue if sensitivity or severe irritation develops. Avoid eyes, mouth, other mucous membranes, occlusive dressings, topical alcoholic products, abrasives, peeling agents. Reevaluate if no improvement after 12 weeks of treatment. Foam: flammable. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Finacea Foam Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Finacea Foam Interactions
Not Applicable
Finacea Foam Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Burning, stinging, tingling, pruritus, scaling, dry skin, xerosis, erythema, irritation, edema, contact dermatitis, acne; worsening of asthma; foam: also application site pain.
Finacea Foam Clinical Trials
See Literature
Finacea Foam Note
Not Applicable
Finacea Foam Patient Counseling
See Literature
