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What is Rosacea?

Rosacea (roh-ZAY-sha) is a chronic condition that mostly affects the skin on your face.

Rosacea has many symptoms, including raised spots and pimple-like bumps, sometimes with pus inside.

Without treatment, the symptoms of rosacea may get worse.

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Who gets rosacea?

Rosacea is common, especially in men and women with fair or light-colored skin.

It often appears when you're in your 30s or older. In an early stage, you might mistake rosacea for a sunburn and then ignore it. Rosacea doesn't go away, and it can get worse without treatment.

It's important to treat and manage rosacea as early as possible, before bumps and pimples get worse.
Unfortunately, there's no cure for rosacea, but many people have been able to manage it by avoiding triggers and using a prescription medication.

Talk to your healthcare provider about your rosacea.

Common triggers

The following things may cause ("trigger") rosacea flare-ups*:

Sun—time spent in the sun is a top trigger for flare-ups. Use daily sun protection! Ask your healthcare professional about a sunscreen that may be right for you

Strong wind; very cold or warm and humid conditions

Spicy food and drinks, and those that are hot in temperature (for example, hot coffee and tea)

Alcoholic drinks

Certain foods such as chocolate, cheese, sour cream, yogurt, vinegar, citrus fruits, tomatoes, and bananas

Stress and anxiety

Skin care products containing alcohol, witch hazel, acetone, or fragrance

*According to patient histories and a survey from the NRS.

 

 

Help find and avoid your personal rosacea triggers

The "Rosacea Diary" is a booklet from the National Rosacea Society (NRS) that can help you identify and possibly avoid your personal triggers.

Visit NRS to access the diary

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

What should I tell my healthcare professional about CHANGES IN MY SKIN COLOR during use of Finacea® Foam?

Report abnormal changes in skin color to your healthcare professional. There have been isolated reports of loss of skin color (hypopigmentation) after the use of azelaic acid (the active ingredient in Finacea® Foam). If you have a dark complexion, your healthcare professional will monitor you for early signs of loss of skin color.

What should I AVOID when using Finacea® Foam?

  • Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, and other mucous membranes. Azelaic acid has been reported to cause irritation of the eyes. If Finacea® Foam does come in contact with the eyes, wash the eyes with large amounts of water, and consult your healthcare professional if eye irritation persists.
  • Avoid fire, flame, and smoking during and immediately following application. Do not puncture and/or incinerate the containers. Do not expose containers to heat and/or store at temperatures above 120°F (49°C). The propellant in Finacea® Foam is flammable.
  • Avoid the use of tight dressings or wrappings where you apply Finacea® Foam.
  • Avoid use of alcoholic cleansers, tinctures and astringents, abrasives, and peeling agents.

What SAFETY FACTS should I follow when applying Finacea® Foam?

  • Finacea® Foam is for topical use only.
  • Do not use in the mouth, eye, or vagina.

What are the MOST COMMON SIDE EFFECTS of Finacea® Foam?

Local site:

  • pain (described as burning, stinging, “pins and needles,” and/or tenderness)
  • itching
  • dryness
  • redness

Indication
What is Finacea® Foam used for?

Finacea® Foam is a topical prescription medicine used to treat the inflammatory papules (raised spots) and pustules (pimple-like bumps) of mild to moderate rosacea.

 

You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.

Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

You may also report side effects to LEO Pharma Inc. at 1-877-494-4536, option 1, or email to usdrugsafety@leo-pharma.com.

 

Please click here for the full Prescribing Information.