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Soolantra Cream is a prescription-only topical treatment for rosacea, designed to treat pimples, spots and inflammatory lesions. Soolantra is manufactured by Galderma. Its active ingredient, ivermectin, is not only anti-inflammatory but also kills parasites such as demodex mites - another factor that has been linked to inflamed skin and rosacea symptoms.
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The active ingredient in Soolantra is Ivermectin, which belongs to a group of medications called Avermectins. Ivermectin is an anti-inflammatory and anti-parasitic agent targeting Demodex mites, which live on your face in your hair follicles. You apply the cream to the skin on your face to treat the pimples, spots and redness associated with rosacea. It can be used in adults over the age of 18.
Soolantra contains Ivermectin, which tackles the root cause of rosacea by reducing the number of a type of mite called Demodex mites, that live on your skin. It’s thought that having a high number of these Demodex folliculorum mites is linked to the inflammation you get when you have rosacea. By killing these mites, Soolantra may reduce the inflammation and inflammatory lesions of rosacea, clearing and calming your skin.
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The active ingredient in Soolantra is Ivermectin, which belongs to a group of medications called Avermectins. Ivermectin is an anti-inflammatory and anti-parasitic agent targeting Demodex mites, which live on your face in your hair follicles. You apply the cream to the skin on your face to treat the pimples, spots and redness associated with rosacea. It can be used in adults over the age of 18.
Soolantra 10 mg/g cream contains the active ingredient Ivermectin. Each gram of cream includes 10 mg of Ivermectin. This is the ingredient that treats rosacea. The other ingredients in Soolantra include glycerol, isopropyl palmitate, carbomer, dimeticone, disodium edetate, citric acid monohydrate, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, macrogol cetostearyl ether, sorbitan stearate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), phenoxyethanol, propylene glycol, oleyl alcohol, sodium hydroxide, and purified water. These all work together to allow the Ivermectin to be effective.
As with all medications, Soolantra may cause side effects. Not everyone gets them, and many people only experience mild side effects. Because Soolantra is a topical medicine, meaning that you apply it directly to your skin, most of the side effects are skin-related. Common side effects include a burning sensation, itching sensation, skin irritation or dry skin. These are usually mild and get better by themselves after a little while. In rare cases, you may experience swelling of the face or liver enzyme elevations. These side effects require medical attention.
Read our full guide to Soolantra side effects for more details.
You shouldn’t use Soolantra if you’re allergic to any of the ingredients in it. If you’re under the age of 18, Soolantra is not suitable for you - please complete a consultation with a member of our clinical team to find the most appropriate treatment option for your age group.
Soolantra is also not recommended for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are trying to become pregnant, you should advise your prescriber before using Soolantra. If you become pregnant while using Soolantra, you should stop using it and seek medical advice.
Some other medicines can impact how Soolantra works, so you should discuss with your prescriber if you take any other medications, prescribed or over the counter. Also, if you have problems with your liver, you need to let your prescriber know before using Soolantra.
Soolantra (Ivermectin) cream works in two key ways. It helps to reduce inflammation in your skin, which is super important in people with rosacea. Rosacea is often linked to an overactive immune response in your skin, and this can lead to redness and swelling. By reducing the inflammation, it can soothe the skin and keep it calm.
Soolantra also targets a type of microscopic skin mites called Demodex. Your skin is where these mites naturally live, but if you have rosacea, you may have too many mites. This can worsen your rosacea symptoms. By reducing the number of mites on your skin, Soolantra can help ease your symptoms.
Being consistent with using Soolantra, and using it exactly as your prescriber suggests, you can get clearer and calmer skin within a number of weeks.
You can use Soolantra with other skincare products, but you should always apply Soolantra before other products. Apply it to clean and dry skin, and make sure that your Soolantra has fully dried before applying a gentle moisturiser or other facial cream. Any other skincare you use should be non-irritating so it doesn’t make your rosacea worse. Applying anything before Soolantra could block the medicine from reaching your skin and prevent it from working.
Some people can see their skin start to improve after as little as four weeks of consistent use, but you may need to keep using it for longer to get the best results. Most people see their rosacea under control within three months. If you think that Soolantra isn’t working as well as you’d hoped, speak to your prescriber for advice. It could be that you need to add additional treatments, or you might need alternatives instead.
You can wear Soolantra cream under makeup as long as you apply it in the right order. Apply Soolantra first, and make sure that it’s fully dry before applying cosmetics. Always choose non-comedogenic makeup (makeup that doesn’t clog your pores) to give the Soolantra the best chance of working well. Never wear makeup under Soolantra as this might stop the medicine from getting to your skin.
No, you can’t use Soolantra if you’re pregnant. If you’re trying to become pregnant, you should let your prescriber know before using Soolantra. You shouldn’t use it if you’re breastfeeding either, but you can stop breastfeeding to begin treatment. It may be useful to have a chat with a member of our clinical team, who can help you weigh up the benefits of treatment vs breastfeeding before you make your decision.
If you have sensitive skin, you can use Soolantra, but you’ll just need to be extra careful. Some people notice that their rosacea gets slightly worse just after starting treatment. This is where your skin is getting used to the Soolantra. Because Soolantra contains ingredients like alcohol and preservatives, it can sometimes cause mild irritation, redness, or a burning feeling. If you have super sensitive skin, you should speak to your prescriber before starting treatment.
How long you’ll need to use Soolantra cream will depend on how your skin reacts. You shouldn’t stop using it until your prescriber advises you to stop. You’ll typically have a review with your prescriber after using Soolantra for three months, where they’ll assess if it’s working or if you should try an alternative.
Soolantra itself doesn’t make your skin more sensitive to the sun. However, many people find that sun exposure can make their rosacea worse. If this sounds like you, it may be wise to avoid the sun where possible to give the Soolantra the best chance of working well. Alternatively, you can use a non-irritating sunscreen to protect your skin and reduce the risk of a flare-up.
Soolantra (Ivermectin) cream is designed to treat inflammation caused by rosacea in adults. In other forms, Ivermectin is sometimes used to treat things like head lice or scabies, but the branded Soolantra version is only for rosacea. It can’t treat other skin conditions like acne, eczema or psoriasis. You should only use Soolantra on your face and only as directed by your prescriber.
Soolantra is a prescription-only medicine, which means that you need to have a consultation with a licensed prescriber before you can have it. At The Independent Pharmacy, your consultation is quick and simple, and all online. Once you finish, it’ll be reviewed by a member of our clinical team. If approved, we’ll deliver Soolantra straight to your door, with rapid delivery available. Start your journey to calmer skin today with a discreet and easy consultation.
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