II. Indications
III. Contraindications
- Not FDA approved for age <1 year old
IV. Mechanism
V. Medications
- Available in a carton with 2 tubes (one for Berdazimer Sodium and another for hydrogel)
- Expensive (costs $700 per carton in 2025)
VI. Dosing
- Apply Topical Gel once daily for up to 12 weeks
- Avoid wetting region for 1 hour after application
VII. Adverse Effects
- Well tolerated
- Discontinuation rates <3%
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Local irritant dermatitis
- Local irritation, erythema or Pruritus at application site
VIII. Safety
IX. Efficacy
- NNT 8 (or 20% of patients) for complete clearance at 12 weeks
