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About Acnegel-B Gel

BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN belongs to the class of dermatological preparations called ‘antiacne’ used to treat acne (pimples) and kill bacteria, causing acne. Acne is a common skin condition and occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells and oil. The acne-causing bacteria feeds on sebum (natural oil produced by skin) causing redness and swelling.

BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN is a combination of two drugs: Clindamycin (antibiotic) and Benzoyl peroxide (keratolytic agent). Clindamycin belongs to the class of antibiotics that inhibits the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, stops or slows down the growth of bacteria and clears acne. Benzoyl peroxide is a keratolytic agent that breaks down a protein known as keratin (that forms part of skin structure) and removes dead skin cells and softens skin. Thereby, helps in reducing blackheads and whiteheads. Additionally, Benzoyl peroxide possesses antibacterial properties and kills bacteria that causes acne and reduces inflamed acne spots.

Uses of Acnegel-B Gel

Acne (pimples)

Medicinal Benefits of Acnegel-B Gel

BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN is a combination of two drugs: Clindamycin and Benzoyl peroxide used to treat acne (pimples). Clindamycin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. The acne-causing bacteria feeds on sebum produced by sebaceous (oil) glands in the skin and produce fatty acids and waste products that irritate oil glands, causing redness and swelling. Clindamycin inhibits the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, stops or slows down the growth of bacteria and clears acne. Benzoyl peroxide is a keratolytic agent that breaks down a protein known as keratin (that forms part of skin structure) and removes dead skin cells and softens skin. Thereby, helps in reducing blackheads and whiteheads. Additionally, Benzoyl peroxide possesses antibacterial properties and kills bacteria that causes acne and reduces inflamed acne spots. 

Directions for Use

Wash your hands before and after applying BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN. Before using it, wash the affected area with warm water. Apply a small amount of BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN as a thin layer and gently rub on the clean and dry affected area of the skin in the evening. BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN is only for external use. If you are using BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN on face, avoid contact with eyes as it may cause irritation. In case BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN comes in contact with eyes accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you still have a problem with your eye or notice any vision problems, consult your doctor immediately.

Side Effects of Acnegel-B Gel

If you are known to be allergic to BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not apply BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN to cuts, open wounds, broken, sunburnt, or sensitive skin areas. Do not swallow BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN. In case of accidental swallowing, please consult a doctor. Avoid contact of BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN with nose, ears, mouth or eyes. In case BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with warm water thoroughly. Avoid sun exposure while using BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN. You are recommended not to use BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN for more than 12 weeks at once. Do not apply BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN in large amounts or use for a long time than prescribed as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects such as redness, irritation, skin peeling or discomfort. If you have intestine problems, ulcerative colitis (inflammation and sores in the digestive tract) or if you ever had severe diarrhoea caused by any antibiotic medicine, please inform your doctor before taking BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN. 

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

 BENZOYL PEROXIDE+CLINDAMYCIN may interact with vitamin A-related drugs known as retinoids (isotretinoin, bexarotene, adapalene, trifarotene), skeletal muscle relaxants (atracurium, cisatracurium, doxacurium, pancuronium, rocuronium, rapacuronium, vecuronium, pipecuronium, mivacurium, metocurine, tubocurarine, succinylcholine), antibiotics (dapsone).