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Acnesol A Nano Gel

Manufacturer :  Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Adapalene, Clindamycin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Acnesol A Nano Gel

Acnesol A Nano Gel is a combination of two drugs, Adapalene and Clindamycin, primarily used to treat acne vulgaris. These drugs belong to a class of drugs called retinoids and lincosamide (an antibacterial) respectively.

This medicament works by decreasing the formation of blackheads and helps to renew skin faster. It also kills the microorganism responsible for causing acne. It also helps to heal pimples, whiteheads and blackheads on the skin by reducing skin inflammation and swelling.

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Acnesol A Nano Gel, it is not be used. If you suffer from sunburn or eczema, its usage is not advised as well. Alert your doctor if you are allergic to Vitamin A drugs and other retinoid drugs such as isotretinoin.

The medicament is only meant for external use, and should not be applied to abrasions, cuts or sunburned skin. Avoid contact with eyes as it may cause redness and irritation. Acnesol A Nano Gel may cause your skin to become sunburned easily, so it is advisable to limit your time in the sun.

This medicament may cause some burning and stinging earlier on. Peeling, redness, scaling and dryness of skin may be seen too. Find medical attention immediately if you experience rashes, difficulty in breathing and swelling of face and lips.

    What are the uses of Acnesol A Nano Gel

    • Acne

    What are the side effects of Acnesol A Nano Gel ?

    Key highlights of Acnesol A Nano Gel

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Women who are pregnant must consult doctor before using this gel.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before consuming this drug.

    What are the substitutes for Acnesol A Nano Gel ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Acnesol A Nano Gel , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a combination of Adapalene and Clindamycin, thus it works following a dual mechanism. Firstly, it works by mechanistically combining with certain retinoic acid nuclear receptors as well as retinoid X receptors. It does not combine with cytosolic receptor protein, however. The exact working nature of this medicine is not known. Secondly, it works by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome thus inhibits the protein synthesis in the bacteria and stops the growth of the bacteria. Thus it inhibits the bacterial growth responsible for causing acne.

      What are the interactions of Acnesol A Nano Gel ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Disease

        This medication interacts with eczema, sunburn.

      FAQs about Acnesol A Nano Gel

      • Ques : What is Acnesol A Nano Gel?

        Ans : This gel is composed of Adapalene and Clindamycin. It combines with certain retinoic acid nuclear receptors as well as retinoid X receptors.

      • Ques : Why is Acnesol A Nano Gel used?

        Ans : This drug is used to treat acne.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Acnesol A Nano Gel?

        Ans : Side effects include dry skin, skin irritation, burning sensation at the site of application, itching, etc.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Acnesol A Nano Gel?

        Ans : Store this in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children.

      References

      • Adapalene- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 31 January 2020]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/adapalene

      • Adapalene- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2005 [Cited 31 January 2020]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00210

      • Clindamycin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 31 January 2020]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/clindamycin

      • Clindamycin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2005 [Cited 31 January 2020]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01190

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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