Description
Clindac A 20 gm is a topical antibiotic gel that is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris. It has the active ingredient clindamycin, which belongs to the class of lincomycin antibiotics. Clindamycin is prescribed for treating certain types of bacterial infections like:
- Acne vulgaris is a condition in which there is an eruption of mild to severe pimples and cysts, mostly on the face, back, arms and chest. It is also known as juvenile acne. It is one of the most common conditions observed in teenagers
- Other bacterial infections like vaginal infection (Vaginitis) work by killing bacteria that cause acne and decreasing the amount of free fatty acids that irritate the skin surface.
It works by killing bacteria that cause acne and decreasing the amount of free fatty acids that irritate the skin surface. Topically, it suppresses the growth of anaerobic bacteria responsible for acne, i.e., propionibacterium acnes found in sebaceous glands and follicles.
Product Description
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before using the drug in pregnancy. Always complete the full treatment course. Don’t get Clindac A gel in your eyes or inside the mouth. If accidentally it happens, immediately rush to the nearest hospital. Talk to your doctor before using other medicines or cleansers on your skin.
Side Effects
Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any unusual effects associated with using Clindac A 20 gm. One may or may not experience them. Common side effects of Clindamycin Phosphate are skin peeling and redness, hives, dryness, oily skin, itching, nausea, urticaria, vomiting, skin rash or rashes, stomach pain
How to Use
Apply Clindamycin gel at the same time every day as this will become a habit and is less forgotten by the patient. Take your doctor’s advice about the time of application if there is any confusion about the dosage time. Use this medicine if the doctor tells you to take it. Do not skip the medicine unless you find any problems while having this medicine; in such a case, talk to the healthcare professional involved with your treatment procedure. If you forget to use the medication, use it as soon as you remember if it is at least 12 hours before your next dose. Do not double up the dose to catch up with the missed dose.
Always use Clindamycin as prescribed by the doctor. Following the instructions given by the doctor:
— Ensure to clean your hands and face before applying the gel to make them clean and hygienic
— Dry the skin using a soft towel and apply a thin film over the affected area
— Gently rub it into the skin well
— Avoid applying it to the normal skin
— Wash your hands once you finish handling the medication
— Do not apply near the eyes, mouth, and other mucous membranes
— Do not use large amounts of this medication or apply it more often than directed
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