Product Description
Skinoren Cream is a skincare cream used to treat skin issues such as acne, rosacea, etc.
Skinoren Cream Formula
Skinoren Cream contains Azelaic Acid which belongs to the class of dicarboxylic acids.
Skinoren Cream Uses
Skin issues can turn simple pleasures into battling ones. They can affect your sleep and daily activities. Well, in that case, Skinoren cream can help you lessen the symptoms.
Many doctors prescribe Skinoren cream in cases of slight to moderate skin issues. It works by reducing bacterial growth and by decreasing keratin production (a protein that can block skin pores). It also clears up the blocked skin pores by reducing the amount of dead skin cells.
Some of the Skinoren Cream uses are given as follows:
- Acne
- Rosacea
- Dark Spots
- Reduce Redness and Swelling
- Reduce Blemishes
Doctors usually prescribe the drug to those who have any skin-related issues.
Skinoren Cream Alternatives
There are alternatives to this drug present in the market, such as Oxytetracycline, Duac Gel, Zineryt, Differin, Treclin, etc.
Medicinal Forms
Dosage and Administration
- Doctors recommend using the cream on the affected area twice a day (morning and night). It should be used regularly for several months as per the recommendation of the doctor.
- The daily dosage of the cream should be approximately 2.5 cm/1 inch of cream.
- To use the cream, clean the affected area, apply a thin layer of cream, and rub gently until absorbed.
- If you miss a dose of Skinoren Cream, then take the dose as early as possible. But if it is almost the time of the next dose, then skip the previous one and take the next one. And follow the regular dosing schedule.
- Follow the dosing instructions as advised by your doctor.
Skinoren Cream Side Effects
There are no serious side effects after taking Skinoren Cream. But some of the commonly occurring effects are as follows:
- Itching
- Redness
- Skin Discoloration
- Skin Irritation
- Skin Dryness
Risks and Warnings
There are some circumstances under which the use of medicine can be alarming. So before using the medicine, know its risks and warnings. Some of the risks and warnings associated with it are:
Mothers who are pregnant or breastfeeding their babies should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. It can harm your baby’s health. So, it is advised to consult a healthcare provider before taking any antibiotic.
- Allergic to Skinoren Cream
If you’re allergic to Skinoren Cream or any other drug like Skinoren Cream, then do not take it. It is better to inform your doctor about any allergies you may have.
Drug Interactions
When you take more than two drugs together, they can cause a reaction in the body. Sometimes the reaction is not obvious. But sometimes, it can cause adverse reactions. Therefore, it is better to consult your doctor before taking other medicines like Skinoren Cream.
It has no known moderate drug interactions.
However, to avoid any drug interactions, it is better to tell your doctor the complete medical history and the medicines that you’re already taking.
Overdose of Skinoren Cream
Some of the symptoms of an overdose of Skinoren Cream are not severe. However, in case of overdose you may feel:
In case of an overdose, it is advised to talk to your doctor immediately.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, and avoid refrigerating it
- Store it at room temperature (20–25°C)
- Keep it away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture
- Keep it away from children and pets
- Do not use the medicine once it has passed its expiration date
- It is a prescription drug; therefore, it shouldn’t be used without the prescription of a doctor.
