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Acnetor AD Gel

Manufactured byTORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsAdapalene (0.1 %w/w) + Clindamycin (1 %w/w)
Description
Acnetor AD Gel is a medicine that consists of Adapalene and Clindamycin. It is used to treat acne on your face, back, and chest caused by bacteria. This gel helps in reducing excess oil production, blackheads, whiteheads, and painful lumps beneath your skin. Acnetor AD Gel works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause acne. Acnetor AD Gel may cause side effects like dry skin, redness of the skin, skin rash, itching and burning sensation at the site of application. Contact your doctor if these side effects persist for a long time. Avoid applying this gel to broken skin or cuts. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to it. Acnetor AD Gel is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Acnetor AD Gel is a prescription medicine used only if prescribed by your doctor. Apply a small amount (pea size) of Acnetor AD Gel once a day, preferably in the evening, or as instructed by your doctor. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. Inform your doctor about other anti-acne medicine if any that you are using before starting the treatment with Acnetor AD Gel.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Acnetor AD Gel

  • Skin irritation
  • Burning or tingling sensation of skin
  • Redness of skin
  • Peeling of skin
  • Patchy appearance of skin
  • Allergic Skin Reaction
  • Darkening of skin
  • Scaly skin
  • Itching of skin

Uses of Acnetor AD Gel

What is it prescribed for?

  • Acne vulgaris
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Acnetor AD Gel to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Acnetor AD Gel remains active in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Acnetor AD Gel.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Acnetor AD Gel is generally safe to be used in pregnancy. It is not known to cause any side effects to your foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Acnetor AD Gel is safe to be used in breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Acnetor AD Gel if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, redness of the skin, itching, swelling on your face, lips, or tongue.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Acnetor AD Gel is generally safe to be used in pregnancy. It is not known to cause any side effects to your foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Acnetor AD Gel is safe to be used in breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Use with other anti-acne agents

Do not use Acnetor AD Gel with other topical anti-acne agents unless directed by your doctor. It can increase the risk of side effects such as skin peeling, irritation, or dryness.

External use only

Acnetor AD Gel is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds. Rinse with water immediately in case of accidental contact.

Use in children

Acnetor AD Gel is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Acnetor AD Gel as soon as you remember. Do not apply more quantities to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Acnetor AD Gel is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period of time in large amounts. However, swallowing this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

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

Instructions

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

Salicylic Acid

Isotretinoin

Disease interactions

Eczema

Eczema is a skin condition in which there is itchiness, swelling, and cracked skin. Do not use Acnetor AD Gel if you have eczema as it may cause severe skin irritation on the eczematous skin.

Sunburn

Use Acnetor AD Gel with caution if you have sunburnt skin. This medicine may cause an increased risk of extreme irritation of the skin. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or sunlamps and use sunscreen or protective clothing during treatment with this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Acnetor AD Gel is used to treat acne. Apply a thin layer of gel to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Finish your entire course of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days. You may have to use this medicine for months or even longer in some cases to keep your acne under control. Inform your doctor if you are on any other anti-acne medications before beginning the treatment with Acnetor AD Gel. Store Acnetor AD Gel at room temperature away from sunlight. Discard the medicine if it has reached the date of expiry. Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Acnetor AD Gel is a combination of Adapalene and Clindamycin. Adapalene controls excess sebum production (skin’s natural oil), removes dead skin cells, opens the pores on the skin. Clindamycin kills or stops the growth of bacteria that cause acne.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical acne agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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Centaurpharma.com. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 27 September 2021].

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Information on this page was last updated on 30 Sep 2021

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