Acnesol 1% Tube Of 20gm Gel

• If you have an allergy to clindamycin, lincomycin or other ingredients of the Acnesol Gel.
• If you have a digestive disorder like inflammation in the inner lining of the intestine (colitis) or have a history of antibiotic-associated colitis.

• Skin dryness
• Irritation
• Urge to scratch
• Skin oiliness

Other General Warnings

• You may develop an allergic reaction after using Acnesol Gel
• You are using products containing benzoyl peroxide because concomitant use should be avoided.
• You should not apply it on the eyes, mouth, and cuts or wounds on your skin, as caution should be exercised when applying medication around the areas.
• You may have a genetic tendency to develop allergic diseases like rhinitis, asthma, etc., as caution is advised.
• You may experience burning or irritation on the skin. The doctor may suggest you discontinue the treatment.

• Acnesol Gel is meant for external use only.
• Use as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
• Read the instructions from the label or leaflet before use.
• Clean and dry the infected area well.
• Apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds; rub it gently.
• Wash hands before and after using the medicine unless the hands are the area to be treated.
• Do not use it for a longer time than the doctor suggested.
• Do not apply on windburned or sunburned skin or open wounds.
• Do not use the medicine in or around the eyes, lips or inside the nose.
• In case the eyes come in contact with the medicine rinse the eyes with clean water immediately.

• Store Acnesol Gel below 25°C at a cool and dry place.
• Keep it away of reach of children and pets.

Overdose

• As Acnesol Gel is meant for external application cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact the doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you applied extra quantity then wipe out the excess with tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

• If you missed applying Acnesol Gel, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply the medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• Acnesol Gel is meant for local application on the skin and thus is less likely to interact with other medicines taken orally. However, may interact with other topical medicines. Discuss with the doctor if you are already on other topical medicines.
• Concomitant use of the medicine along with blood thinners like warfarin, acenocoumarol, and fluindione may increase blood clotting time.
• If you are going to have surgery in those cases, anaesthetics or medicines used to paralyse the muscles should be used with caution.