Acnesol 1% solution (Clindamycin 1%)

Acnesol Lotion 25 ml belongs to the class of medication called ‘antibiotics’ primarily used to treat acne (pimples). Acne is a skin condition caused when the hair follicles are plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Symptoms include blackheads, pus-filled pimples, and large/red bumps.

Acnesol Lotion 25 ml contains ‘Clindamycin’ that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which stops bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect, which prevents the multiplication of bacteria.

Acnesol Lotion 25 ml is for external (for skin) use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, and mouth. Like all medicines, Acnesol Lotion 25 ml also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Acnesol Lotion 25 ml include burning sensation, itching, dryness, redness, oily skin, and peeling of the skin. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Acnesol Lotion 25 ml. Let your doctor know if you have a history of eczema, dermatitis (inflammation of the skin), inflammatory bowel disease or antibiotic-associated colitis (inflammation of the colon). Do not use Acnesol Lotion 25 ml on sunburnt, dry, or irritated skin. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or a breastfeeding mother before using Acnesol Lotion 25 ml. Acnesol Lotion 25 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Acne (pimples).

Acnesol Lotion 25 ml is an antibiotic that treats acne (pimples). It contains Clindamycin which works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which inhibits bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect, which stops bacterial reproduction but doesn’t kill them.

Acnesol Lotion 25 ml is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, and mouth.Cream/Gel/Lotion: Take the advised amount of cream/gel/lotion with clean and dry hands. Apply on the affected areas and gently massage it into the skin with your fingers. Wash your hands before and after applying cream/gel/lotion. Do not put a dressing or bandage on the affected areas. Topical solution: Apply the solution in the dose advised by the doctor to the affected areas of the skin and rub it gently.Mist spray: Spray the solution on the affected areas as directed by your physician and rub it gently.Foam: Apply a generous amount onto the affected areas with hands and massage it with fingers. If the can is warm or the foam seems runny, place the can under cold water.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Burning sensation
• Itching
• Dryness
• Redness
• Oily skin
• Peeling of the skin