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Aziderm 20% Cream

Manufactured byMicro Labs Ltd.
ContainsAzelaic Acid
Description
Aziderm 20% Cream is used for the treatment of acne (a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles get clogged with oil and dead skin cells). It works by killing the infection-causing bacteria and preventing further bacterial growth. It also keeps your skin pores clear by reducing oil secretions and regulating the production of keratin (protein) and thereby preventing acne formation. Aziderm 20% Cream may cause burning sensation, itching, redness, and dryness at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Aziderm 20% Cream 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 20% Cream should be avoided if you are allergic to it. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before using this medication.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Aziderm 20% Cream

Ezanic 20 % Cream
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Aziderm 20% Cream

  • Itching, redness or irritation at application site
  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Skin discolouration
  • Scaling and dryness at the application site
  • Swelling at the application site

Uses of Aziderm 20% Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • 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 20% Cream to show its effect is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Aziderm 20% Cream 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 20% Cream.
  • 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream should be used with caution if you have asthma due to the increased risk of worsening your symptoms.

External use only

Aziderm 20% Cream 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

Aziderm 20% Cream 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 20% Cream as soon as you remember. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Since Aziderm 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream 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 20% Cream works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby preventing cell growth and eventually killing the bacteria. It also keeps your skin pores clear by reducing oil secretions and regulating the production of keratin (protein) and helps prevent acne formation.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Topical anti-acne agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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