Acnicin Gel

Name: Acnicin Gel
Brand: ALEMBIC PHARMA
Price: 172.61 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

Product introduction

Acnicin Gel is a prescription medicine containing Adapalene (0.1% w/w) + Clindamycin (1% w/w). It is used for acne. It belongs to the group of medicines called Retinoid / keratolytic and Antibacterial agent.

This medicine is for external use only. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Acnicin Gel are dryness, peeling, redness and burning or stinging. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Acnicin Gel works.

Uses

Treatment of Acne

Benefits

In Acne: Acnicin unblocks pores, reduces the bacteria and inflammation behind spots and helps prevent new ones forming. Improvement is gradual over several weeks.
In Blackheads and whiteheads: Acnicin clears the blocked pores that form blackheads and whiteheads and keeps new ones from forming.
In Pigmentation: Acnicin lightens dark marks left behind by spots, sun exposure or hormonal changes, evening out the skin tone over weeks of regular use.
In Rough skin: Acnicin smooths rough, uneven skin by speeding up the shedding of dead surface cells.
In Bacterial infection: Acnicin treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return.
In Gut infection: Acnicin clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
In Skin infection: Acnicin treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
In Dental infection: Acnicin treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.

Side effects

Most side effects of Acnicin are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Dryness
Peeling
Redness
Burning or stinging
Increased sensitivity to sunlight
Nausea
Metallic taste
Loose motions
Stomach pain
Headache

Stop the medicine and get help at once 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.

How to use

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.

How it works

Acnicin Gel is a combination of two medicines: Adapalene and Clindamycin, which treat pimples (acne). Adapalene is a form of vitamin A that prevents the accumulation of sebum (skin’s natural oil), unblocks the pores, and allows natural exfoliation of the outer layers of skin. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that works by penetrating the skin and killing acne-causing bacteria.

Safety advice

AlcoholUNSAFE: Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
PregnancyUNSAFE: Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
Breast feedingUNSAFE: Not recommended while breastfeeding.
DrivingCAUTION: May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.

Warnings & 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. Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Acnicin Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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. It can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Quick tips

Apply it as a thin layer onto clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by acne.
Avoid getting it in your eyes or mouth.
If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
Do not apply to broken, sunburnt, or sensitive areas of skin.
Inform your doctor if you notice unusual dryness, redness, and peeling of the skin.
It makes your skin more sensitive to sunlight.
Apply sunscreen or wear protective clothing while stepping out.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact box

Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: DERMA
Action class: Retinoid / keratolytic and Antibacterial agent

Interaction with drugs

Do not combine with other peeling agents or with waxing and harsh scrubs.
Oral retinoids must not be combined with tetracycline antibiotics.
Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines.
Separate them by a couple of hours.
Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

Storage

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

Same salt & strength options

Alight Plus Gel 15gm for Acne Treatment, Adalene Nanogel Gel, Zydus Cadila, Acnovate Gel, Acnetor AD Gel, Acnesol A Nano Gel

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Acnicin Gel.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: ALEMBIC PHARMA

Good to know

Common questions

What is Acnicin Gel used for?

Acnicin Gel is commonly used for Treatment of Acne. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Acnicin Gel?

Acne: Acnicin unblocks pores, reduces the bacteria and inflammation behind spots and helps prevent new ones forming. Improvement is gradual over several weeks. It is also used for blackheads and whiteheads, pigmentation, rough skin.

What is the salt in Acnicin Gel?

Acnicin Gel contains Adapalene (0.1% w/w) + Clindamycin (1% w/w). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Acnicin Gel?

This medicine is for external use only. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Acnicin Gel work?

Acnicin Gel is a combination of two medicines: Adapalene and Clindamycin, which treat pimples (acne).

Is Acnicin Gel a prescription medicine?

Yes. Acnicin Gel is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Acnicin Gel?

The side effects reported most often with Acnicin are Dryness, Peeling, Redness, Burning or stinging, Increased sensitivity to sunlight. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Acnicin Gel be taken during pregnancy?

Acnicin Gel is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Acnicin.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Acnicin Gel?

No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Acnicin Gel.

What if I miss a dose of Acnicin Gel?

If you miss a dose of Acnicin Gel, apply it as soon as possible.

Is Acnicin Gel habit forming?

No. Acnicin Gel is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Acnicin Gel cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Acnicin Gel starts at ₹173 (MRP ₹182) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in gel 0.1%w/w + 1%w/w 15GM. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Acnicin Gel?

Acnicin Gel is manufactured by ALEMBIC PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Acnicin Gel delivered?

Acnicin Gel is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.

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Know this medicine

Product introduction

Uses

Benefits

Side effects

How to use

How it works

Safety advice

Warnings & precautions

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you take too much

Quick tips

Fact box

Interaction with drugs

Storage

Same salt & strength options

References

Manufacturer details

Quick reference

Common questions

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