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FDA approves Epsolay cream for the treatment of rosacea

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Published:2nd May 2022

Sol-Gel Technologies, Ltd. announced the FDA approval of its drug product, Epsolay, a proprietary cream formulation of benzoyl peroxide, 5%, for the treatment of inflammatory lesions of rosacea in adults.

Epsolay is a topical cream containing benzoyl peroxide, 5%, for the treatment of inflammatory lesions of rosacea in adults. Epsolay utilizes a proprietary technology to encapsulate benzoyl peroxide within silica-based microcapsules to create a barrier between the medication and the skin. The silica-based shell is designed to slowly release benzoyl peroxide over time to provide a favorable efficacy and safety profile. Epsolay is covered by granted patents until 2040..

Condition: Rosacea
Type: drug

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