Best rosacea treatment?

What is the best product or treatment for acne rosacea? The redness in my face is painful.

2 answers to “Best rosacea treatment?”

A: Finacea gel to treat rosacea

Jonathan Hoenig, MD

Most of my patients that have Rosacea do very well with Finacea gel. This is a prescription product that contains azelaic acid, which significantly reduces redness and bumps. As this is a prescription medication, you will need to see your doctor for an evaluation to find out if it is right for you.

A: There are a variety of options, but a combination rosacea treatment is best

Don Mehrabi, MD

Thank you for your question. There are a variety of treatments available for rosacea patients. Briefly, rosacea is divided into three stages. Stage I is the general redness and flushness on the cheeks, nose, and central face. Stage II is the addition of papules or pustules, and is referred to as acne rosacea... more

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