NDATOPICALAEROSOL, FOAM
Approved
Jul 2015
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
15/100
Clinical Trials
18
Data completeness
6/8 — Strong
FINACEA (azelaic acid) by Leo Pharma is mechanism(s) by which azelaic acid interferes with the pathogenic events in rosacea are unknown. First approved in 2015.
Drug data last refreshed 2d ago · AI intelligence enriched 1w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
FINACEA (azelaic acid) is a topical foam approved in 2015 for the treatment of rosacea, a chronic inflammatory skin condition. The exact mechanism of action remains unclear, though the drug is believed to interfere with pathogenic pathways in rosacea. It is administered as a topical aerosol foam formulation.
$0.002BPart D
LOE Approaching2.7 years to LOEWith LOE approaching in 2.7 years and modest Part D spending of $2M, the brand team is likely in defensive mode managing market transition and preparing for generic entry.
Mechanism of Action
mechanism(s) by which azelaic acid interferes with the pathogenic events in rosacea are unknown.
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Clinical Trials (18)
Comparison of Azelaic Acid 20 % Cream Versus Hydroquinone 4% Cream as an Adjuvant to Oral Tranexamic Acid in Melasma
Started Nov 2022
50 enrolled
Melasma
Azelaic Acid Foam 15% in the Treatment of Papulopustular Rosacea
Started Dec 2017
5 enrolled
Rosacea, Papulopustular
A Study of Patient Concerns and Treatment Satisfaction in Patients Being Treated With Finacea Foam for Rosacea
Started Jul 2017
2,200 enrolled
Rosacea
Finacea 15% and Brimonidine 0.33% Gel in the Treatment of Rosacea - A Pilot Study
Started May 2014
22 enrolled
Acne Rosacea
Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Clindamycin + Benzoyl Peroxide Formulation With Azelaic Acid Formulation in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Started Feb 2014
222 enrolled
Acne Vulgaris
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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