Efficacy and Safety of Azelaic Acid (AzA) Gel 15% in the Treatment of Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation and Acne: A 16-Week, Baseline-Controlled Study

June 2011 | Volume 10 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 586 | Copyright © June 2011


Leon H. Kircik, MD

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