What Is Azelaic Acid?

Potential Precautions

Azelaic acid does not appear to be safe for patients with some conditions. Some individuals may find that it worsens their asthma. These individuals seem to need additional monitoring because of this. Stopping this medication may be necessary in some cases. Patients may see dry skin or irritation on this medication. Due to this, they may want to avoid using skincare products that have the same side effects. Astringents and cleansers with alcohol may be examples of such products. The foam and gel forms of this medication may mean that patients must avoid chemical peels and abrasive products too.

The foam version of this medication seems to be flammable. Patients may want to avoid applying it around open flames. They should consider avoiding smoking during application too. Patients should be able to apply makeup after this medication. However, they may need to wait until it has dried to do so. Applying a bandage does not seem to be recommended in most cases. Doctors seem to ask patients to avoid hot drinks, alcohol, and spicy foods when taking this medication if they are prone to side effects.

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