Acnestar Gel 22gm
10 %
Uses of Acnestar Gel 22 gm
Acne.
Medicinal Benefits
Acnestar Gel 22 gm is made of Clindamycin and Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3). Clindamycin is a well-known bacteriostatic antibiotic that treats acne, bacterial infection, scars suitable for both dry and wet skin. Topical application of clindamycin helps in the healing of acne by killing the acne-causing bacteria and prevents further bacterial skin infections. Nicotinamide is a synthetic form of Vitamin B3, that stimulates ceramide (fats found on the uppermost layer of the skin) synthesis and improves the epidermal permeability barrier functions, making skin look supple and soft.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Acnestar Gel 22 gm
- Irritation
- Dryness
- Peeling
- Redness
- Burning sensation at the application site
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Acnestar Gel 22 gm is meant for only topical use only and not for oral, ophthalmic or intravaginal use. You should not use a Acnestar Gel 22 gm if your skin is very sensitive or allergic to Acnestar Gel 22 gm or lincomycin class antibiotic. Do not apply Acnestar Gel 22 gm on the cut, scraped, sunburned or eczema-affected skin part. Accidently Acnestar Gel 22 gm gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with water thoroughly and contact your doctor immediately if the irritation persists. Inform your doctor if your skin conditions do not improve. Acnestar Gel 22 gm may take time to treat acne, so do not apply dosage more than prescribed for better and faster results. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or a nursing mother, consult your doctor before using Acnestar Gel 22 gm. If you are using other dermatological products other than Acnestar Gel 22 gm it may lead to unfavourable results like excessive drying of the skin, peeling, irritation, etc. In this case, consult your doctor whether how much medicines should be used for the treatment of acne.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may have an interaction with antibiotics (clarithromycin, rifampin, erythromycin), anti-HIV drug (indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir), antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole) and antidepressant (nefazodone). Besides this, Acnestar Gel 22 gm should not be given with muscle relaxants like atracurium, cisatracurium, doxacurium, metocurine, mivacurium, pancuronium, pipecuronium, rapacuronium, rocuronium, succinylcholine, tubocurarine and vecuronium.
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid fried food or oil food.
Drug-Disease Interaction: You should not use Acnestar Gel 22 gm if you have ulcerative colitis, enteritis (inflammation of intestines) or severe diarrhoea caused by antibiotic medicine. People with colitis should avoid using Acnestar Gel 22 gm as it may cause severe, persistent diarrhoea and severe abdominal cramps with the passage of blood in stool or mucus.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
- CLARITHROMYCIN
- RIFAMPIN
- ERYTHROMYCIN
- INDINAVIR
- NELFINAVIR
- RITONAVIR
- ITRACONAZOLE
- KETOCONAZOLE
- NEFAZODONE
- ATRACURIUM
- CISATRACURIUM
- DOXACURIUM
- METOCURINE
- MIVACURIUM
- PANCURONIUM
- PIPECURONIUM
- RAPACURONIUM
- ROCURONIUM
- SUCCINYLCHOLINE
- TUBOCURARINE
- VECURONIUM
Safety Advice
-
ALCOHOL
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDThere are no interactions found with Acnestar Gel 22 gm pertaining to alcohol. However, it is advised to avoid alcohol for a speedy recovery.
-
PREGNANCY
CAUTIONThere are no well-established clinical studies with Acnestar Gel 22 gm in pregnant women. Hence, Acnestar Gel 22 gm should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
-
BREAST FEEDING
CAUTIONAcnestar Gel 22 gm is safe to use in breastfeeding. However, please inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are prescribed Acnestar Gel 22 gm.
-
DRIVING
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDThere are no effects found of Acnestar Gel 22 gm on driving capabilities.
-
LIVER
CAUTIONThere are no interactions found with Acnestar Gel 22 gm pertaining to the liver. However, please inform your doctor if you are suffering from or have suffered from liver diseases.
-
KIDNEY
CAUTIONThere are no interactions found with Acnestar Gel 22 gm pertaining to the kidney. However, please inform your doctor if you are suffering from or have suffered from kidney diseases.
-
CHILDREN
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDAcnestar Gel 22 gm should be used in children only if prescribed by a specialist. The safety and effectiveness of Acnestar Gel 22 gm have not been established in children below 12 years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid fried food or oil food and drink plenty of water
- It is advised to avoid unnecessary exposure to the sun.
- In case, it is necessary to go out in the sun, use sunscreen.
- Do not itch or scratch the infected area.
- Use moisturizer to prevent the occurrence of side effects
- Exercise regularly to reduce stress
Special Advise
Acnestar Gel 22 gm is for external use only and contact should be avoided from the eyes and mucous membranes, including those of the nose and mouth. In case of excessive dryness, irritation or peeling of the skin, please consult your doctor.