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Skinoren (20% Azelaic Acid)
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Product: Skinoren / Azelex
Drug Type: 20% Azelaic Acid
Packaging Type: 30gm tube
Manufacturer: Schering
Price List: Skinoren (Azelaic Acid) - 20% (30g Tube)
Azelaic Acid (Azelex / Skinoren) and Hair Loss
Azelaic Acid appears to act as an anti-androgen by blocking the activity of 5-alpha-reductase (5-AR). The enzyme 5-AR (both types I and II) convert testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT has been shown to contribute to male prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH) and to damage hair follicles. Some individuals to use Azelaic acid as a treatment for Androgenetic alopecia and other types of hair loss and noted good hair stimulating effects.
Side effects of Azelaic Acid (Skinoren)
Local skin irritation (eg reddening or scaling, itching and burning) may occur, usually at the start of treatment, but it usually regresses in the course of treatment. Photosensitivity reactions have been reported.
Precautions Whe Taking Skinoren (Azelaic Acid)
Do not use Skinoren (Azelex) if you are allergic to it or propylene glyco. Care must be taken that Skinoren (Azelex) Cream does not come into contact with the eyes. If it does, the eyes should immediately be thoroughly rinsed with copious amounts of water. External use only.
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