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How Can severe Rosacea Be Treated?

Hi I m Judy and have rosacea. Do you know of any over the counter creme for this condition? I have it on my chin. The pimples look like acne but it is rosacea. The doctor prescribed cremes but they are very strong and dry my skin. I need to moisturize with a creme designed for rosacea sufferers. Thank you.
Fri, 14 Dec 2018
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Hi,

Medications that reduce redness. Recent studies have shown the drug brimonidine (Mirvaso) to be effective in reducing redness. It is applied to the skin as a gel. It works by constricting blood vessels.

You may see results within 12 hours after application. The effect on the blood vessels is temporary, so the medication needs to be applied regularly to maintain any improvements seen.

Other topical products that have been shown to reduce redness and the pimples of mild rosacea are azelaic acid and metronidazole. With these drugs, improvements generally don't appear for three to six weeks.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Monish De, Oncologist
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How Can severe Rosacea Be Treated?

Hi, Medications that reduce redness. Recent studies have shown the drug brimonidine (Mirvaso) to be effective in reducing redness. It is applied to the skin as a gel. It works by constricting blood vessels. You may see results within 12 hours after application. The effect on the blood vessels is temporary, so the medication needs to be applied regularly to maintain any improvements seen. Other topical products that have been shown to reduce redness and the pimples of mild rosacea are azelaic acid and metronidazole. With these drugs, improvements generally don t appear for three to six weeks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Monish De, Oncologist