I have just found out that finacea is now available in Australia without a prescription. This is good news for those who might want to try finacea but don’t want to visit the doctor first.
Finacea is a “topical treatment for the inflammatory bumps and lesions of mild to moderate rosacea”.
Finacea is not suitable to those with a sensitivity to propylene glycol. About 20% of various trialists report mild side effects from using finacea, compared to 14% using just the vehicle gel. See the prescribing information for more warnings and safety usage information as finacea is not suitable for all rosacea sufferers.
The following is from the Finacea FAQ:
What about burning and stinging?
A: Some patients using FINACEA may initially experience burning and/or stinging sensations after they apply FINACEA. In clinical studies, most patients were able to continue using FINACEA despite these sensations.
I wouldn’t advocate continuing to use finacea once you get a bad reaction, so do tread carefully. At least Intendis are being transparent when they say “While no one is certain exactly how azelaic acid works to improve rosacea, it effectively reduces redness, as well as the bumps and lesions, of mild to moderate rosacea.”
I can see 2 online pharmacies that are offering a 30gm tube for around $22 plus postage. Your local pharmacy should be able to order a tube if they don’t have any in stock.
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