Rosacea Articles A-Z

Diagnosing Rosacea

Diagnosing rosacea can be difficult, because there is no definitive test for this condition. This eMedTV Web page describes how dermatologists are typically able to reach a rosacea diagnosis by considering a person's symptoms and family history.

Generic Oracea

Oracea (doxycycline) is not available in generic form at this time. This article from the eMedTV Web site offers information on when generic Oracea may become available and explains the difference between a generic drug and a "generic name."

Information about Rhinophyma

Ocular Rosacea

Ocular rosacea is a skin condition that often results in eye irritation. This part of the eMedTV library talks about this condition in greater detail, including possible causes, a list of common symptoms, and treatment options.

Oracea

Oracea is a prescription medicine used for treating inflammatory lesions that occur with rosacea. This eMedTV Web page describes how the drug works, explains when and how to take it, and lists potential side effects that may occur with treatment.

Oracea Dosage

There is only one standard recommended dosage of Oracea, regardless of your age or weight. As this eMedTV segment explains, the recommended dose is one 40 mg capsule once a day, taken at least one hour before or two hours after breakfast.

Oracea Drug Interactions

Phenytoin, retinoids, and warfarin are some of the medicines that may cause drug interactions with Oracea. This eMedTV segment lists other drugs that may interfere with Oracea and explains what may happen if these medicines are taken together.

Oracea for Rosacea

Doctors often prescribe Oracea to treat inflammatory lesions associated with the skin condition rosacea. This eMedTV resource describes how the drug works to treat rosacea and briefly explains when and how to take Oracea.

Oracea Medication Information

Oracea is an oral medicine commonly used for treating inflammatory lesions associated with rosacea. This eMedTV segment offers more information on the medication, including details about Oracea's effects and potential side effects.

Oracea Side Affects

Common Oracea side effects include diarrhea, sinus infection, and high blood pressure. This eMedTV page lists other possible side effects, including potentially serious problems. Oracea side affects is a common misspelling of Oracea side effects.

Oracea Side Effects

Common side effects of Oracea include diarrhea, sinus irritation, and nose or throat pain. This eMedTV article lists other common side effects and also explains which problems are potentially serious and should be reported to your doctor.

Oracea Uses

Oracea is a drug that treats inflammatory lesions (acne-like bumps and blemishes) associated with rosacea. This eMedTV resource discusses the uses of Oracea in more detail, describes how the drug works, and explains whether it is approved for children.

Oracea Warnings and Precautions

If you have liver disease, let your doctor know before you take Oracea. This eMedTV page lists other conditions you should tell your doctor about before starting this drug. Warnings and precautions on who should not use Oracea are also listed here.

Oracia

Oracea is a medication often prescribed to treat inflammatory lesions caused by rosacea. This eMedTV article discusses Oracea's uses in more detail and explains what side effects may occur with this medicine. Oracia is a common misspelling of Oracea.

Rhinophyma

Rhinophyma is a condition associated with rosacea in which a person has an enlarged, bulbous, and red nose. This eMedTV archives offers an in-depth look at this medical condition, with information on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Rhinophyma Treatment

There are several rhinophyma treatment options, including topical or oral rosacea medications and surgery. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other treatment options that may be necessary if a patient's rosacea progresses to rhinophyma.