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Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm

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Acnesafe Cream contains Clindamycin, Topical | belongs to Lincosamide

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How it works

Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm works by inhibiting the protein synthesis which is essential for the bacteria to grow.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm

  • Scaly skin severe
  • Black or tarry stools severe
  • Blurred severe
  • Chest pain severe
  • Diarrhea severe
  • Dizziness severe
  • Fast heartbeat severe
  • Muscle or joint pain severesevere
  • Irritated eyes severe
  • Increased thirst severe

Uses of Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm

What is it prescribed for?

  • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

    Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm is used in the treatment of lower respiratory tract infection like bronchitis, pneumonia caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pneumoniae.

  • Skin and Structure Infection

    Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm is used to treat skin and structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.

  • Intraabdominal Infection

    Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm is used in the treatment of intra-abdominal infections caused by Helicobacter pylori, Staphylococci and Streptococci.

  • Gynecological infections

    Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm is used in the treatment of gynecological infections like vulvitis, vaginitis caused by Streptococcus, Gardnerella, and Staphylococcus.

  • Bone and Joint infections

    Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm is used in the treatment of bone and joint infections like Osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 60 minutes after an oral dose and 1 to 3 hours after an intramuscular dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 6 to 4 hours.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    Avoid if you have a known allergy to Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm or any other lincosamide.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General Warnings
  • Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

    Antibiotic therapy may cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora in the large intestine which promotes the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile. This may result in severe diarrhea. Report any such incidence to the doctor immediately and discontinue therapy under your doctor's supervision.

  • Drug-resistance

    Usage of Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.

  • Skin reactions

    Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm is known to cause few severe skin reactions like toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), some with fatal outcome. Discontinue the medicine if these symptoms appear.

  • Gasping syndrome

    Use of Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm injection containing benzyl alcohol may cause the gasping syndrome in the newborns.

  • Impaired liver function

    Use with caution in the patients with the moderate to severe liver injury. Dosing frequency should be modified based on the severity of the liver injury. Frequent monitoring of liver function tests is necessary.

  • Impaired kidney function

    Use with caution in the patients with the moderate to severe liver injury. Dosing frequency should be modified based on the severity of the kidney injury. Frequent monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for your next dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Gentamicin moderate
  • Ethinyl Estradiol moderate
  • Cholera Vaccine severe

General Instructions

You should carefully follow all instructions on the label. The duration and amount of medicine consumed should be as prescribed by the doctor. It can be taken with food or after food. An adequate amount of water should be consumed to minimize the irritation caused in the stomach.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm?

Dry skin, dermatitis. Diarrhoea or colitis (discontinue immediately). Cervicitis, vaginal candidiasis, vulvovaginitis, abdominal cramps, pruritus.

What happens if I miss a dose of Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm?

Adults: Apply two times daily.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Acnesafe 1.00% Cream 10 gm. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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