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The only oral therapy approved by the FDA for the treatment of Inflammatory Lesions (Red Bumps, Blemishes, Pustules) of Rosacea

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Start a Healthy Dialogue with Your Doctor

Ready to talk rosacea with your doctor, but not sure what to ask? Don’t sweat it! Just print the helpful conversation starters below and bring them to your office visit. Be sure to add any of your own questions and concerns.
  1. How does ORACEA® (doxycycline, USP) Capsule work and is it right for me?
  2. How is ORACEA® different from other oral medications used for rosacea?
  3. What can I expect from treatment with ORACEA®?
  4. What factors—such as food and beverage, environmental or emotional—may be triggering my rosacea?
  5. What products do you suggest I use for face wash, moisturizer, sunscreen and makeup to avoid aggravating my rosacea?

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Important Safety Information

Important Safety Information: Oracea®

Oracea® is indicated for the treatment of only inflammatory lesions (papules and pustules) of rosacea in adult patients. You may experience intestinal upsets, sore throat or sinus infections/sinusitis when taking Oracea®. Do not take Oracea® if you are allergic to tetracyclines, and it may cause harm to a developing fetus; so do not take Oracea® if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

When taking Oracea®, stay out of direct or artificial sunlight, and make sure you tell your doctor if you have stomach or GI problems, kidney disease, have a yeast or fungal infection, take blood thinners, take oral contraceptives, or take medicine to treat acne, psoriasis or seizures. Oracea® does not treat bacterial infections. Use Oracea® only as prescribed by your doctor.

For more information about Oracea®, see Full Prescribing Information.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Important Safety Information: MetroGel® 1%

MetroGel® 1% is indicated for the topical treatment of the inflammatory lesions of rosacea. The following adverse experiences have been reported with the topical use of metronidazole: burning, skin irritation, dryness, transient redness, metallic taste, tingling or numbness of extremities and nausea. MetroGel® 1% is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to metronidazole or any other ingredients in this formulation. For more information about MetroGel® 1%, see Full Prescribing Information.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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