Finacea (azelaic acid) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for rosacea in adults. Finacea comes as a topical gel and topical foam that’s typically applied to the skin twice per day. Finacea belongs ...

As with other drugs, Finacea (azelaic acid) can cause side effects, such as dryness, itching, or burning. If you are not able to tolerate side effects of Finacea, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Berlex Laboratories, an affiliate of Germany's Schering AG , said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved its Finacea Gel for the treatment of inflammatory papules and pustules of mild to ...