Azac 10% Cream

Azac 10% Cream is a prescription acne medicine that contains azelaic acid 10% in each tube. It belongs to the topical anti-acne and skin-brightening treatment class and is used to help treat mild to moderate acne, including pimples, blackheads, and inflammation. Because it is a cream, Azac 10% Cream is meant for direct application to the skin rather than by mouth.

How it works: Azelaic acid helps reduce the buildup of dead skin cells that can clog pores and form acne lesions. In cream form, Azac 10% Cream is applied directly to affected skin so the medicine can calm bacteria and inflammation where acne starts.

Azac 10% Cream is the lower-strength option compared with Azac 20% Cream, so it is often chosen when a doctor wants a gentler start, better tolerability, or treatment for people with sensitive skin. The 10% cream may cause less stinging or dryness than higher-strength azelaic acid products, although results can still take several weeks of regular use.

• Mild to moderate acne
• Pimples and papules
• Blackheads and clogged pores
• Inflamed acne lesions
• Acne-prone facial skin

• Use Azac 10% Cream only on clean, dry skin as directed by your doctor.
• Apply a thin layer to the affected area, not just to individual spots, unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Wash your hands before and after applying the cream.
• Avoid getting the cream in your eyes, mouth, nostrils, and on broken or irritated skin.
• Use it regularly at the same times each day for best effect.
• If your skin becomes very irritated, ask your doctor whether to reduce how often you apply it.

Azac 10% Cream provides azelaic acid 10% in the topical cream. The exact amount to use and how often to apply it are decided by your doctor, but it is commonly used once or twice daily depending on skin tolerance and treatment plan. Do not apply more often or in thicker amounts than prescribed, because more medicine does not work faster and may increase irritation.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Azelaic Acid may include:

• Mild burning or stinging at the application site
• Dry skin
• Itching
• Redness
• Peeling or flaking skin
• Mild skin irritation, which may be less intense with the 10% cream than with higher strengths

• Use only on the skin; do not take Azac 10% Cream by mouth.
• Avoid contact with eyes, lips, and inside the nose.
• Tell your doctor if you have very sensitive skin, eczema, or a history of strong reactions to acne products.
• Do not apply to sunburned, scraped, or broken skin unless your prescriber says it is okay.
• Use gentle cleansers and avoid harsh scrubs, astringents, or other irritating acne products unless approved by your doctor.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using Azac 10% Cream.
• If irritation is severe, your doctor may need to change how often you apply the cream or switch strengths.

• Other topical acne medicines that can irritate skin, such as benzoyl peroxide or retinoids
• Alcohol-based astringents or toners
• Harsh exfoliants or abrasive skin products
• Other prescription creams or gels applied to the same area without medical guidance

Store Azac 10% Cream at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep the tubes away from excess heat and moisture.