Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that often affects the face. It causes redness, flushing, and acne-like breakouts. It can also lead to eye irritation and thickened skin. While there is no cure, various treatments can help manage symptoms effectively.
At Pharmaconic, we understand the daily challenges rosacea can bring. We offer personalized solutions designed to soothe, treat, and support your skin’s needs.
Some Common Symptoms Include:
- Facial redness
- Visible blood vessels
- Swollen bumps around the face
- Burning sensation on the skin
- Dry / irritated eyes
- Thickened skin around the nose
How Can Rosacea Be Treated?
Prescription Options: Topical Medications
- Metronidazole (cream or gel) – Anti-inflammatory, first-line treatment
- Azelaic Acid (15% gel or foam) – Reduces bumps and redness
- Ivermectin (cream) – Targets inflammatory lesions
- Brimonidine (gel) – Fast-acting redness relief via vasoconstriction
- Oxymetazoline (cream) – Reduces persistent facial redness
Oral Medications
- Doxycycline (low-dose) – Anti-inflammatory effect without full antibiotic dose
- Tetracycline or Minocycline – For more severe papulopustular rosacea
- Isotretinoin – Reserved for severe or resistant rosacea
Over the Counter Options:
Cleansers & Moisturizers
- Soap-free, fragrance-free facial cleansers
- Non-comedogenic moisturizers with calming ingredients like ceramides or niacinamide
Sunscreens
- Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ mineral sunscreens (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide)
- Tinted options to help neutralize redness
Soothing Treatments
- Green-tinted redness-reducing creams
- Anti-inflammatory gels with ingredients like feverfew or allantoin
Compounded Formulations Offered by Pharmaconic:
- Azelaic Acid 15% / Metronidazole 1% Cream
- Metronidazole / Niacinamide / Hyaluronic Acid
