Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

Composition of Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

Persol Ac 2.5 Gel contains Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%w/w). It belongs to the Retinoid / keratolytic class of medicines.

Uses of Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

Persol AC 2.5 Gel is used in the treatment of acne.

Key benefits

• Clears and prevents acne
• Improves skin texture and marks over time

How Persol Ac 2.5 Gel works

Persol AC 2.5 Gel belongs to the class of medications called as keratolytic agents. It acts by killing the acne causing bacteria thereby preventing the infection. It also has peeling and drying properties.

How to take Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe irritation when far too much cream is applied; an oral retinoid taken in excess can cause headache, vomiting and liver injury. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

Most side effects of Persol Ac are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Dry skin Erythema Skin peeling Burning sensation

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

Warnings and precautions

Acne often looks worse for the first two to four weeks before it improves. This is expected — do not stop. Use sunscreen every day. These medicines make the skin burn much more easily. Oral isotretinoin must never be taken in pregnancy — it causes severe birth defects. Reliable contraception and the pregnancy tests your dermatologist requires are essential before, during and after the course. Start with alternate nights and build up, and do not use more than a pea-sized amount for the whole face. Do not combine several strong acne actives at once without advice — the irritation compounds.

Do not take Persol Ac if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Oral retinoids are absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy and in anyone who might become pregnant without a pregnancy prevention programme. Topical retinoids are avoided in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Do not combine with other peeling agents or with waxing and harsh scrubs. Oral retinoids must not be combined with tetracycline antibiotics.

How to store Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Close the cap tightly after each use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Persol Ac 2.5 Gel

You have been prescribed Acnox 2.5 Gel for the treatment of Acne. Be careful when applying Acnox 2.5 Gel to large areas since it can bleach hair, clothing, and furnishings upon contact. It may cause skin dryness or stinging. In case you experience excessive irritation or allergy, discontinue the medication and consult your doctor. This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid exposure to sunlight, sunlamp or ultraviolet light when using Acnox 2.5 Gel. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Do not apply it on sunburned or damaged skin.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

WALLACE

Therapeutic class:

Anti-acne agent

Drug class:

Retinoid / keratolytic