Acnicin Cream Information

Acnicin Cream is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. Acnicin Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Acnicin Cream depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Acnicin Cream also has some side effects, the most common being Skin irritation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Acnicin Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acnicin Cream are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Acnicin Cream's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Acnicin Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Acnicin Cream can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acnicin Cream in conditions like Sunburn, Eczema.

Besides this, Acnicin Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Acnicin Cream, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Acnicin Benefits & Uses
Acnicin Dosage & How to Take
Acnicin Side Effects
Acnicin Related Warnings
Acnicin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Acnicin
Acnicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Acnicin Cream Benefits & Uses

Acnicin Cream is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Acnicin Cream Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Acnicin Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Acnicin Cream safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Acnicin. It is best to stop taking Acnicin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Acnicin Cream safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Acnicin for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Acnicin Cream on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Acnicin on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Acnicin Cream on the Liver?

Side effects of Acnicin on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Acnicin Cream on the Heart?

Side effects of Acnicin on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Acnicin Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acnicin Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Sunburn
Eczema

Frequently asked Questions about Acnicin Cream

Is this Acnicin Cream habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Acnicin Cream has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Acnicin Cream you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Acnicin Cream should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Acnicin Cream for mental disorders.

No

Acnicin Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acnicin Cream

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acnicin Cream and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Acnicin Cream

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Acnicin Cream with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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Acnicin Cream

Acnicin Cream Information

Acnicin Cream Benefits & Uses

Acnicin Cream Dosage & How to Take

Acnicin Cream Related Warnings

Acnicin Cream Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Acnicin Cream

Acnicin Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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