Exazel 10% Cream

Exazel 10% Cream is a topical medicine containing azelaic acid 10% in each tube. It belongs to the acne treatment class and is used on the skin to help treat mild to moderate acne, including pimples, blackheads, and inflammatory spots. Exazel 10% Cream is supplied as a cream, which makes it easy to spread over affected areas as directed by a clinician. This product is manufactured by East West Pharmaceuticals and comes in a strip/box of 10 tubes.

How it works: Azelaic acid works by helping clear pores and reducing the buildup that leads to acne bumps and blackheads. In cream form, Exazel 10% Cream spreads over the skin to calm acne-causing bacteria and reduce inflammation in the treated area.

Exazel 10% Cream is the lower-strength option compared with Exazel 20% Cream, so it may be chosen when a doctor wants a gentler start or expects the skin to be more sensitive. The 10% cream can still be effective for acne, but it is usually less irritating than higher-strength azelaic acid products and may feel more suitable for people who need a milder topical regimen.

• Acne vulgaris
• Blackheads
• Whiteheads
• Inflamed pimples
• Maintenance treatment for acne-prone skin

• Use Exazel 10% Cream only on the skin, not by mouth.
• Wash your hands and gently clean and dry the affected area before applying.
• Apply a thin layer to the acne-prone area as prescribed by your doctor.
• Avoid getting the cream in your eyes, mouth, nostrils, and on broken or irritated skin unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Use it at the same times each day to help you remember your schedule.
• If you miss a dose, apply it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next application.

Exazel 10% Cream provides azelaic acid 10% per tube, which is a lower-strength topical acne treatment than Exazel 20% Cream. The doctor decides how often to apply it; many patients use it once or twice daily, depending on skin tolerance and treatment goals. Do not use more often than prescribed, and do not increase the amount or frequency on your own.

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

Common side effects of Azelaic Acid may include:

• Skin burning or stinging
• Itching
• Dry skin
• Redness
• Mild peeling or flaking
• Skin irritation at the application site

• Use only as directed for acne; do not apply to large areas more than prescribed.
• Avoid contact with eyes, lips, nostrils, and mucous membranes.
• Tell your doctor if you have very sensitive skin or a history of eczema, because irritation may be more noticeable.
• Do not apply to sunburned, scraped, or broken skin unless instructed.
• Use caution with other acne products that can dry or irritate the skin, such as benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, or exfoliating acids.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your clinician before starting Exazel 10% Cream.
• Stop and seek medical advice if irritation becomes severe or does not improve.

• Other topical acne medicines that can increase dryness or irritation
• Topical retinoids such as tretinoin or adapalene
• Benzoyl peroxide products
• Abrasive cleansers, scrubs, or exfoliating acids
• Alcohol-based skin products that can sting irritated skin

Store Exazel 10% Cream at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep it away from excess heat and moisture.