Acnesol CL Gel
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Acnesol CL Gel is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in the skin. It is used to treat bacterial skin infections such as acne, which appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest, or back. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and preventing the infection from spreading.
Acnesol CL Gel is also effective against some infections (e.g., MAC or Mycobacterium avium complex) seen in people with reduced immunity. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms and cure your infection. This medicine is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. No antacids should be taken within 2 hours of taking this medicine. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
Common side effects with this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, abnormal taste, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, vomiting, and rash. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Uses of Acnesol CL Gel
Benefits of Acnesol CL Gel
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Acnesol CL Gel is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease. It stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection and helps treat your infection.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Acnesol CL Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acnesol CL
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Rash
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Abnormal taste
- Dyspepsia
- Taste change
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Abdominal pain
How to use Acnesol CL 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.
How Acnesol CL Gel works
Acnesol CL Gel is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acnesol CL Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acnesol CL Gel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Acnesol CL Gel?
If you miss a dose of Acnesol CL 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 dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Acnesol CL Gel for the treatment of acne.
- You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
- Apply it as a thin layer on to clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by acne.
- Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Acnesol CL Gel.
- It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
- Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Acnesol CL Gel and consult your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Acnesol CL with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase side effects of Estradiol. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estradiol.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may increase side effects of Estrogen. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estrogen.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may increase side effects of Estradiol. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estradiol.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may increase side effects of Estradiol. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estradiol.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may increase side effects of Estradiol. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estradiol.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Acnesol CL Gel
Once A Day
58%
Twice A Day
34%
Thrice A Day
8%
What are you using Acnesol CL Gel for?
Bacterial ski*
43%
Bacterial inf*
36%
Others
21%
*Bacterial skin infections, Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
52%
Excellent
38%
Poor
10%
What were the side-effects while using Acnesol CL Gel?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Acnesol CL Gel?
With or witho*
80%
Empty stomach
20%
*With or without food
Please rate Acnesol CL Gel on price
Expensive
53%
Average
33%
Not Expensive
13%
FAQs
How to use Acnesol CL Gel for treating acne?
Apply it as a thin layer onto the affected site of the skin. It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth.
What precautions are to be taken while using Acnesol CL Gel?
This medicine can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Try to avoid exposure to sunlight as much as possible and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors after consulting your doctor.
How long does it take for Acnesol CL Gel to show its effect?
You might start to see an improvement in 6 weeks after using this medicine and takes approximately 8-12 weeks to see the complete effects. Continue with the treatment as long as prescribed by your doctor. The most common reason for treatment failure is giving up too soon, thinking that the treatment is not working. If, however, your skin has not improved even after completing the prescribed time, consult your doctor.
When should I call my doctor right away?
Get medical help right away if you have signs of allergic reaction such as skin redness, rash, hives, itching, blisters, and swelling of the face, lips, or tongue.
Can I use Acnesol CL Gel with any other face cream or moisturizer?
It is advisable not to use Acnesol CL Gel with other topical anti-acne medicines unless prescribed by your doctor. It can increase the risk of side effects such as skin peeling, irritation, or dryness. However, you can use a sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors after consulting your doctor.
What happens if I miss a dose of Acnesol CL Gel?
If you happen to miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.
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