Adacin Information

Adacin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. Secondary and off-label uses of Adacin have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Adacin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Adacin include Skin irritation. Some other side effects of Adacin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Adacin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Adacin's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Adacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Additionally, Adacin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Adacin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Adacin Benefits & Uses
Adacin Dosage & How to Take
Adacin Side Effects
Adacin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Adacin with Other Drugs
Adacin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Adacin
Adacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Adacin Benefits & Uses

Adacin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Adacin 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Adacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Adacin safe for pregnant women?

Adacin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Adacin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Adacin safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Adacin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Adacin on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Adacin for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Adacin on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Adacin on the Heart?

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

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Adacin with Other Drugs

Adacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Salicylic Acid

Isotretinoin

Adacin Contraindications

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

Sunburn
Eczema

Frequently asked Questions about Adacin

Is this Adacin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Adacin.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Adacin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Adacin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Adacin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Adacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Adacin

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Adacin, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Adacin

Information about the interaction of Adacin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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