Acnicin Gel 15gm

WHAT IS ACNICIN GEL?

ACNICIN GEL contains an active ingredient called Adapalene and Clindamycin
It is used for skin purpose only

WHAT ACNICIN GEL IS USED FOR?

It is used to treat acne vulgaris in people 12 years of age and older. Acne vulgaris is a condition in which the skin has blackheads, white heads and pimples
It is used to treat mild to moderate acne(spots)

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your doctor before applying ACNICIN GEL, if you:

Are allergic to ACNICIN GEL or any of the ingredients of this medicine
Have other skin problems, including cuts or sunburn
Have any other skin conditions

PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or planning to have baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS

ACNICIN GEL should not be used by children under the age of 12 years

DRIVING & USING MACHINES

ACNICIN GEL doesn’t have any effect while driving or using machines

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements especially if you are using:

Topical medicines that contain sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid, alpha hydroxy or glycolic acid
Using or any other topical preparation such as erythromycin metronidazole or aminoglycosides

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always apply this gel exactly as your doctor has told you
You should use ACNICIN GEL once a day. Wash as normal, rinse well and pat your skin dry
Apply a small amount of gel in a thin layer to the whole of the area where you usually get the spots
It should be used for a maximum of 12 weeks
You may need to use more than one tube of ACNICIN GEL during each course of treatment
Try not to pick or squeeze spots as this can make your acne worse and even lead to scarring
Do not use in or on your mouth, eyes or vagina
It can make your skin sensitive to sun and the light from tanning beds and sunlamps

If you use more

If you apply too much ACNICIN GEL just wash your treated skin with plenty of water. There may be a chance of increase in skin irritation, contact your doctor or your local hospital

If you forget to use

Use it as soon as you remember and then continue to use as your doctor has told you. Do not apply a double dose to make up for a forgotten application

If you stop using

If you stop applying too soon your infection may come back again or get worse
Do not stop taking ACNICIN GEL unless your doctor tells you to do so

SIDE EFFECTS OF ACNICIN GEL:

SERIOUS

Like all medicines, the medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Adapalene:

• Redness or dryness of the skin
• Stinging or burning sensation in the skin

COMMON

Like all medicines, the medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Adapalene:

• Skin peeling
• Sunburn

Clindamycin:

• Dry skin
• Redness of the skin
• Skin burning
• Irritation around eyes
• Worsening of acne
• Itchy skin

UNCOMMON

Like all medicines, the medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Clindamycin:

•  Painful skin
• Scaly rash
• Inflammation of the bowel
• Diarrhea with blood and mucus

STORAGE:

Protect from excess heat and light
Keep out of reach of children
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date