A member asked:

can finacea be used to treat acne? i dont have rosacea, but i do struggle with frequent breakouts. does finacea work as a treatment for acne?

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

Internal Medicine 57 years experience

Finacea: Yes. Azelaic acid is a treatment for rosacea and acne.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan commented

Dermatology 57 years experience

But expensive

Jun 19, 2018

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