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

ORACEA® Product Information

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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.