Erytop Lotion 25ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Clindamycin 3 %
Manufacturer
Usv Private Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONERYTOP contains Clindamycin which belongs to the group of medicines called Topical antibiotics. It is indicated in the topical management of acne vulgaris. Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that occurs in teens, when hair follicles of the skin plug with oil and dead skin cells. Symptoms includes inflammation, large, reddish pus-filled pimples and formation of comedones. Clindamycin deeply penetrates into the skin and kills the pimple-causing bacteria by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine on the affected area as required. Topical application of clindamycin may also result in systemic absorption and can cause diarrhea, bloody diarrhea or colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis) in patients. In such cases, contact your doctor immediately. The most common
Uses
OF ERYTOP Manages acne vulgaris
How It Works
Topically applied clindamycin penetrates deep into the skin and kills the acne-producing bacteria by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis. It acts by reversibly binding to the 50S ribosomal subunits of the bacteria, which prevents peptide bond formation thus inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. Inhibition of protein synthesis stops the growth of acne-producing bacteria leading to prevention of acne outbreaks.
Directions for Use
Apply this medicine as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Shake well before use. Wash the affected area before application. Apply a thin film of the medicine to the affected skin surface once or twice daily. Replace the cap tightly after use. Wash your hands thoroughly after application. Avoid contact of this medicine with eyes, ears, nose or mouth. If this happens, rinse it thoroughly with plenty of cool water. Continue to apply this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results.
Side Effects
this medicine are application site reactions such as itching, burning, peeling of skin, dryness or seborrhoea. Do not touch, rub or scratch the affected area. Regularly use moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected area. If it does not get better, contact your doctor. Before applying this medicine, inform your doctor if you have or ever had any GI disorders. ERYTOP should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before application. USES OF ERYTOP Manages acne vulgaris HOW ERYTOP WORKSTopically applied clindamycin penetrates deep into the skin and kills the acne-producing bacteria by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis. It acts by reversibly binding to the 50S ribosomal subunits of the bacteria, which prevents peptide bond formation thus inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. Inhibition of protein synthesis stops the growth of acne-producing bacteria leading to prevention of acne outbreaks. DIRECTIONS FOR USEApply this medicine as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Shake well before use. Wash the affected area before application. Apply a thin film of the medicine to the affected skin surface once or twice daily. Replace the cap tightly after use. Wash your hands thoroughly after application. Avoid contact of this medicine with eyes, ears, nose or mouth. If this happens, rinse it thoroughly with plenty of cool water. Continue to apply this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results. SIDE EFFECTS OF ERYTOPSERIOUS severe persistent diarrhea with or without stomach pain or fever COMMON skin irritation with burning sensation itching and peeling of skin skin dryness seborrhoea (disease of sebaceous glands resulting in an oily coating and scales on the skin)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYERYTOP is considered safe for use in pregnant women. However, consult your doctor before application. BREASTFEEDINGERYTOP is considered safe for use in breastfeeding women. However, consult your doctor before application. DRIVING AND USING MACHINES ALLERGYDo not use this medicine if you are allergic to clindamycin, lincomycin or to any of the ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore applying ERYTOP, inform your doctor if you: have a history of inflammatory bowel disease have a history of antibiotic associated colitis have diarrhea had previous history of diarrhea following antibiotic management are going to have an operation
Drug Interactions
STell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including: any other skin products that contain benzoyl peroxide SYNOPSIS Drug : Clindamycin Pharmacological Category : Antibiotics Therapeutic Indication : Acne vulgaris Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Injection, Gel, Topical solution, Lotion, Spray, Soap MORE INFORMATIONStore below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.