R499
20%, 30g cream · Topical (face) · no separate script fee
What it is
Azelaic acid cream for acne, rosacea and uneven pigmentation; helps calm redness and even out skin tone. Suitable for many skin types, including during pregnancy when advised by your doctor.
How it is supplied
Supplied as 20%, 30g cream, topical (face). Every preparation is compounded for you by name, on prescription, by a SAHPRA-licensed South African compounding pharmacy — not imported research-grade material bought online.
| Form | 20%, 30g cream |
| Route | Topical (face) |
| Prescription | Required |
| Price | R499 |
This is a compounded preparation, not a SAHPRA-registered medicine. It is prepared for a named patient against a valid prescription and is supplied only after a consultation. Nothing here is medical advice or an offer to supply a prescription medicine without a prescription.
Common questions
Do I need a prescription for Azelaic acid cream 20%?
Yes. Azelaic acid cream 20% is a compounded, prescription-only preparation. It is dispensed only against a valid Swiss Medica prescription written for you by name, which follows a consultation.
Is Azelaic acid cream 20% a registered medicine?
No. It is compounded for an individual patient by a SAHPRA-licensed South African pharmacy and is not a SAHPRA-registered medicine. Your doctor will explain the evidence, and its limits, before prescribing.