Azespot 15% Cream - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is azespot 15% cream used for?
Azespot 15% Cream contains Azelaic Acid, a naturally occurring acid that works by killing acne-causing bacteria and reducing inflammation. It is used to treat mild to moderate acne vulgaris and rosacea. Apply a thin layer to affected areas twice daily, in the morning and evening. It helps unclog pores and reduce redness and swelling.
- Generic Name: Azelaic Acid
- Manufacturer: e-derma Pharma India Pvt. Ltd.
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ azespot 15% cream Uses & Benefits
Acne vulgaris, rosacea, melasma.
Off-label uses: Hyperpigmentation, perioral dermatitis.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Azelaic Acid |
| Brand Name | Aziderm 20% Cream |
| Manufacturer | e-derma Pharma India Pvt. Ltd. |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Antimicrobials- Acne |
| Route of Administration | Topical |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); keep tightly closed. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits microbial protein synthesis and reduces keratinocyte proliferation; anti-inflammatory effects.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take azespot 15% cream
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of azespot 15% cream
โ Common Side Effects
- Pruritus
- Burning
- Stinging
- Erythema
- Dryness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reaction (rare)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hypopigmentation
- Contact dermatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Isotretinoin | Moderate | Increased risk of skin irritation |
| Topical corticosteroids | Moderate | May reduce efficacy of azelaic acid |
| Other topical acne treatments | Minor | Additive skin dryness or irritation |
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None known.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to azelaic acid or any component.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Skin irritation, improvement in acne lesions.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Use with caution; not known if excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
Unlikely with topical use; if ingested, symptomatic treatment.
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for azespot 15% cream
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Azelaic Acid (15% w/w)):
-
azeviv 15% creamBiochemix Health Care Pvt. Ltd. โน131.25 34% CHEAPER
-
zelik creamHacks & Slacks Healthcare โน138.75 30.3% CHEAPER
-
exazel 15% creamEast West Pharma โน139.69 29.8% CHEAPER
-
azedic 15% creamBiochemix Health Care Pvt. Ltd. โน187.30 5.9% CHEAPER
-
aziderm 15% gelMicro Labs Ltd โน317.80 59.7% COSTLIER
-
picspot gelGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd โน355.00 78.4% COSTLIER
-
azobril creamBrinton Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd โน365.00 83.4% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.