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Rosacea - Overview

Rosacea is a medical condition of the skin that can cause embarrassment and, infrequently, lead to more significant skin conditions. Fortunately, both lifestyle and medications can improve rosacea symptoms. People who might need prescription rosacea medications can use Push Health to connect with a local medical provider who can prescribe pharmacological rosacea treatment online when appropriate to do so.

What Is Rosacea?

Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that results for unknown reasons but may be triggered by extremes in temperature, sunlight, and certain foods. Rosacea is quite common, affecting more than 16 million women and men in the United States - typically between the ages of 30 and 50. Rosacea typically affects the face over the forehead, nose, cheeks and chin but can occur in other places as well. Symptoms of rosacea include redness, swelling, blood vessel dilation and pimples. At times, rosacea can cause pain, stinging or itching. Rosacea is usually diagnosed by examining the appearance of the skin as no definitive diagnostic test exists for rosacea. Rosacea is sometimes present with acne and simultaneous treatment for both conditions is sometimes necessary.

Rosacea - Treatment

Rosacea treatment should be customized to the unique needs of the patient. Specifically, rosacea treatment strategies may involve reducing triggers, prescription medications for rosacea, laser therapy, OTC treatments and homeopathic remedies. Triggers such as excessive sunlight, extreme temperatures and inciting foods should be avoided. Laser therapy is sometimes utilized to reduce the size of blood vessels and redness caused by rosacea. OTC medications for rosacea include topical gels and creams that can improve the appearance of skin with rosacea. Homeopathic remedies for rosacea may include aloe, oatmeal, and certain types of teas.

Rosacea Medications

While medications can improve rosacea symptoms, they will not cure the underlying condition. However, medications can be a valuable part of any rosacea treatment strategy. Medications that are sometimes prescribed to people with rosacea include the following:

• Azelaic Acid
• Azithromycin (Zithromax)
• Brimonidine (Mirvaso)
• Dapsone (Aczone)
• Doxycycline (Oracea)
• Erythromycin
• Isotretinoin
• Ivermectin (Soolantra)
• Methotrexate
• Metronidazole (Metrogel)
• Minocycline (Minocin)
• Oxymetazoline (Rhofade)
• Tetracycline

Rosacea medications should generally be utilized as part of an overall treatment plan that involves lifestyle modifications as needed and more interventional strategies when rosacea treatment is not proceeding as planned. The first step to getting appropriate rosacea treatment is consulting a medical provider who can help with evaluating one's rosacea.

Rosacea Medications - Side Effects

Medications used for rosacea treatment are not always effective and can even cause side effects. Side effects that can result from rosacea medications include redness, skin irritation and even a worsening of rosacea symptoms. Oral medications used for rosacea treatment can cause systemic symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue and headache. Before using medications for rosacea treatment, it is important to discuss concerns with a qualified medical practitioner.

More Rosacea Resources

• Medline - Rosacea
• Mayo Clinic - Rosacea