- For use in the treatment of inflammatory lesions of rosacea
Coverage of drugs is first determined by the member’s pharmacy or medical benefit. Please consult with or refer to the Evidence of Coverage document.
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Drug | Dosing Regimen | Dose Limit/ Maximum Dose |
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metronidazole (MetrocreamR 0.75%, MetrogelR 1%, MetrolotionR 0.75%) | Apply thin film topically to affected area QD (or BID for cream and lotion) | No maximum dosage information is available |
FinaceaR (15% gel) (azelaic acid) | Apply in a thin film topically to the affected area BID Reassess if no improvement in 12 weeks | No maximum dosage information is available |
minocycline (DynacinR, MinocinR, SolodynR) | IR: 200 mg PO followed by 100 mg PO Q12H ER: 1 mg/kg PO QD | 350 mg on day 1, then 200 mg/day |
doxycycline ( OraceaR) | Lesions (papules and pustules): | 300 mg/day PO; |
Drug | Dosing Regimen | Authorization Limit |
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SoolantraR (ivermectin) 1% | Apply pea size amount to the affected areas of the face QD | Length of benefit |