Lymecycline and Azelaic Acid gel

Lymecycline should be taken each morning with water.

Apply Azelaic Acid gel (generic Finacea) to a clean and dry affected area twice daily (in the morning and the evening). Regular use of Azelaic Acid is important so make sure you use it continuously throughout your course of treatment.

Lymecycline works as an antibiotic, eradicating the bacteria that cause acne, treating the root cause of the condition.

Azelaic Acid is a chemical exfoliator and breaks down the oil blockages in pores that provide a food source for bacteria that cause acne. This reduces the formation of blackheads and the amount of oil in the sebaceous glands, reducing inflammation and allowing the skin to heal.

The combination package of Lymecycline and Azelaic Acid is likely to be more effective for those experiencing mild to moderate acne that is characterised by pustules (small red, white-tipped bumps).

Azelaic Acid gel is easier on the skin than some topical acne treatments and is therefore more effective for those with sensitive skin.

Lymecycline can cause side effects in some people, these include nausea, tummy pain, diarrhoea and headaches.

Azelaic Acid gel may cause a mild burning sensation to the affected area, redness, dryness and skin peeling. 

For full information on side effects and correct use, see the Lymecycline and Azelaic Acid gel patient information leaflets.