Acnecure Gel 20gm
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Clarithromycin 1 %
Manufacturer
Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd (Generics)
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT ACNECURE GELACNECURE GEL contains Clarithromycin which belongs to the group of medicines called Macrolide Antibiotics. It is used to manage acne vulgaris. It also manages blackheads, whiteheads, more severe forms of acne. Acne is caused due to blockage and the inflammation of the skin pores or hair follicles. When oil is trapped in the hair follicles, the normal skin bacteria P.acnes (gram-positive commensal bacterium) will grow in the blocked pore. The bacteria produce chemicals that alter the composition of the oil, which makes it more irritating to the skin and ca
Uses
inflammation of the skin pore. This results in superficial skin eruptions. ACNECURE GEL is not recommended for patients who are allergic (hypersensitive) to clarithromycin, or to any other ingredients present in it. This medicine should be used with caution in pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. Consult your doctor before using ACNECURE GEL. The most common
How It Works
ACNECURE GEL manages the growth of bacteria by interfering with its protein synthesis and binds specific proteins present in the bacterial ribosomes, thus stopping the growth of the bacteria in
Directions for Use
Always use ACNECURE GEL as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of ACNECURE GEL to the affected area. Your doctor will give the right dose depending on your age, body weight and severity of the infection.
Side Effects
the symptoms worsen. USES OF ACNECURE GEL Manage pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and more severe forms of acne HOW ACNECURE GEL WORKSACNECURE GEL manages the growth of bacteria by interfering with its protein synthesis and binds specific proteins present in the bacterial ribosomes, thus stopping the growth of the bacteria inside the body, which helps to reduce the infection and its symptoms. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways use ACNECURE GEL as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of ACNECURE GEL to the affected area. Your doctor will give the right dose depending on your age, body weight and severity of the infection. SIDE EFFECTS OF ACNECURE GELCOMMON skin dryness possible irritation
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYACNECURE GEL is not recommended for use during pregnancy. However, consult your doctor before using the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGIt is unknown that ACNECURE GEL pass into the breast milk, hence it should be used with caution during breastfeeding. However, consult your doctor before using the medicine. ALLERGYDo not use ACNECURE GEL if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Clarithromycin and other macrolide antibiotics or to any other constituents of this medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before using ACNECURE GEL, inform your doctor if you are taking prescription, non-prescription medicines or applying for any medicated soap, herbal or ayurvedic medicine on the skin for acne. Overdosage: ACNECURE GEL rarely can cause any effect on applying excess. However, if you or anyone else accidentally applied too much of ACNECURE GEL, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Clarithromycin Pharmacological Category : Macrolide antibiotics Therapeutic Indication : Acne Vulgaris Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Dry syrup, Oral suspensions, Gel, Granules, Lotion, Solution MORE INFORMATION Keep ACNECURE GEL out of reach of children Store at room temperature
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Last Updated
13 Oct 2022