Rosacea Antibiotic Gel

What is rosacea?

Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness, visible blood vessels in your face, and small, red, pus-filled bumps. They usually appear across the nose and cheeks. It’s a long-term condition that’s more common in women than men, particularly those with lighter skin tones. The underlying cause is unknown; however, triggers include alcohol, spicy food, hot drinks and exposure to sunlight.

Do I have rosacea or acne?

Rosacea is commonly confused with acne, as the two conditions can look similar due to the appearance of raised and bumpy skin; however, they do have different symptoms. Rosacea tends to only affect the centre of the face, whereas acne can appear on the face, neck, back and other areas of the body. Additionally, acne is a result of hormonal changes in the body, which is why it tends to affect teenagers (although adult acne can occur), while rosacea is more common among those over 30 years of age.

How does Rosacea Antibiotic Gel work?

Rosacea Antibiotic Gel works quickly to treat rosacea, a chronic condition caused by inflammation. Rosacea usually occurs on the cheeks, nose, forehead, chin and eyelids. It can result in acne-like outbreaks or increased redness in these areas of the face. When you apply Rosacea Antibiotic Gel, it treats the skin infections that cause or worsen skin irritation, bringing down the inflammation and redness.

Once you start using Rosacea Antibiotic Gel, it will usually take two to three months for the skin to become clear from spots. Even if you’re not seeing results after several weeks, it is recommended that you finish the prescribed treatment. Treatment with Rosacea Antibiotic Gel doesn’t normally go on longer than four months (your doctor will inform you if there's a good reason to use it for longer than that).