Learn About Azelaic Acid

Azelaic acid is a common prescription. This one's topical, and it's offered as a gel, foam, and cream. The one you use, ladies, depends on your condition! Most of you need to use it twice a day. Apply it in a thin layer, both times. Ladies, expect results in 1 to 3 months. Call your doctor if this doesn't happen. Of course, they will ask for follow-up appointments to keep an eye on your progress.

Expect to see azelaic acid as a prescription acne treatment. It's very helpful as a treatment for acne scars too! That said, this one's not the only treatment for acne. Antibiotics for acne, even home remedies for acne, work too! Azelaic acid's also more than helpful as a rosacea treatment.