Indication
1. Acne Vulgaris
Mechanism
1. New topical antibacterial, Keratolytic agent
Efficacy
1. Not as effective as originally thought
2. Only mild effect
3. Use as an adjunct to other treatment
Dosing
1. Cream 20% applied bid
Adverse Effects
1. Less irritating than Tretinoin or Benzoyl Peroxide
2. Pruritus
3. Burning, stinging and tingling
4. Local erythema
Warnings
1. Use caution in Acne Vulgaris patients with dark skin
2. May cause Hypopigmentation

Medication Costs
Azelex (on 2/9/2012 at DrugStore.com)
Azelex 20% Cream 30gm Tube	#1 for $189.99	($189.99/unit)
Azelex 20% Cream 50gm Tube	#1 for $280.00	($280.00/unit)
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Azelex (C0718755)
Concepts	Organic Chemical (T109) , Pharmacologic Substance (T121)
MSH	C010038
English	Azelex, azelex
Sources	Derived from the NIH UMLS (Unified Medical Language System)

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