Finacea

• Side effects may include:
  Burning, itching, itchy spots, scaling or dry skin, stinging, tingling

Why should Finacea not be prescribed?

Do not use Finacea if it causes an allergic reaction or if you're allergic to propylene glycol (an additive in many facial products).

Special warnings about Finacea

This medicine may cause some itching, burning, or stinging when you first begin treatment. You can expect this to stop as treatment continues. If it doesn't, you should check with your doctor. You may have to cut back to a single application daily, or even temporarily stop using this medication.

This medicine has been known to occasionally have a bleaching effect on the skin. Report any abnormal changes in skin color to your doctor.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Finacea

No interactions have been reported.

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The effects of this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, notify your doctor immediately. Small amounts of the drug could appear in breast milk. If you are nursing, use this medication with caution.

Recommended dosage for Finacea

The usual dose of Finacea is a thin film applied twice a day, once in the morning and again in the evening.

Overdosage

An overdose is unlikely. However, if your skin becomes severely irritated, you should stop applying the medication and call your doctor.