Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm Gel (Clindamycin)

SKU

CMS635

USA Brand Name

Acnelak CL Z

Strength

15gm

Generic Name

Clindamycin & Zinc Acetate

Manufacture

Menarini, India

## Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)

## What Is The Generic Name Of Acivir 5 Gm?

Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate is the generic version of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm

## USA Brands Equivalent To Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)

Acnelak CL Z

## About Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)

Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm is an antibiotic cream which is used in the treatment of Acne. You can find it at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## Manufacturer Of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)

Menarini (India) is one of the top leading Pharmaceutical Company which manufactures Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm.

## Strength Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)

Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm contains two active ingredients, Clindamycin 1% w/w and Zinc Acetate 1% w/w. It should be noted that this medicine may be available in various strengths.

## Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate) Is Used For The Treatment Of

It is used in the treatment of:

Acne

Nutritional Deficiencies

## How Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate) Works?

Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm contains two active ingredients:

Clindamycin (1% w/w) is an antibiotic which stops the bacterial growth by inhibiting the synthesis of essential proteins, that are required by bacteria to carry out vital functions

Zinc acetate (1% w/w) provides essential nutrients

## Before You Use Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)

You should be sure that:

You are not allergic to it

It is not affecting the mother and baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding

It is not interacting with the medicines you are taking with it

## When Not To Use Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)?

You should avoid using the Cream if you:

Are Allergic/Hypersensitive to it

If you are taking some medicines or supplements which raise the chances of Allergy or sunburn Eg: Antibiotics and Medicines to treat mood problems

If you have Crohn’s Disease and Colon Inflammation

If you are pregnant/conceiving/Breastfeeding and it is affecting your condition

If your skin is accidentally injured, has cuts and scrapes.

## Tell Your Doctor If You

Are allergic to Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm

Are taking any other medicines for any Disease or Disorder

Have suffered from Diarrhea or bloody Diarrhea after using this

Are using some Skin Products, Herbal Products or Over The Counter Medicine

Are Pregnant or trying to conceive or breastfeeding as it may harm the unborn or newly born baby

Accidentally swallowed it

Have Crohn’s disease (a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines), antibiotic-associated colitis (colon inflammation)

Have Skin injuries, bruises, chopped and dry skin, and have open wounds

Have sunburnt Skin

Have any Pre-existing Skin Disease, or any Surgery

## Dosage

Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate) is available in various strengths at every leading online pharmacy, drugstore, and medical supply store. It should be used as directed by your doctor. It is not recommended for the children and caution should be taken in pregnant women.

You should apply the required amount of cream as the excessive cream will not increase the healing process but the piling of the cream.

## How Much Of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate) Should Be Applied?

Recommended Dosage: Take pea size cream on your fingertip and apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area once/twice a day as suggested by your doctor.

## How To Apply Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)?

Here are the basic and easy steps to use the cream:

You should wash and dry your hands and the affected area properly prior to the cream application

Wait for few minutes until dry

Take a pea size cream on your fingertip and apply it by rubbing gently over the affected area (avoid applying near eyes, mouth, nose and inner ear).

Clean your hands carefully after applying unless your hands are the affected area.

## For How Long Should You Continue Applying Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)?

You should use this cream for as long as directed by your physician. Moreover, its effects usually become noticeable (about after 2-3 days to weeks) after its use.

## Overdose Of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)

Excessive cream application results only in pilling of cream or dry flaking of the cream. It shows its effect on time and applying too much of it will not accelerate the process.

## Missed Dose Of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)?

A missed dose should be applied as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular routine.  Do not apply multiple doses at the same time.

## Side Effects Of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate):

The side effects of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm include:

Nausea

Diarrhea

Decreased Cholesterol Level in Blood

Dizziness

Headache

Decreased Copper Level

Loss of Appetite

Stomach Cramps

Vomiting

Weakness

## Drugs Interact With Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate):

Using other drugs, herbal supplements, over the counter drugs, or any substances may alter the medicinal effects of Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm.  It may cause either an allergic reaction or a serious adverse effect and may nullify the effect of your cream.

Skin Cosmetics and Topical Herbal Products may react with the cream if applied simultaneously but for the detailed knowledge and instructions always take your doctor’s advice.

You must inform the doctor about all the medicines you are already taking.

## Contraindication

Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm should not be used in

Hypersensitive conditions

Sunburnt Skin

Open wounds and Injured Skin

## Warning And Precautions

If skin irritation or allergy persists after using this cream then stop using it and consult your doctor

Pregnant women should avoid more than 40 mg of zinc per day so always follow your doctor’s instructions

Avoid direct contact with your eyes and if it happens, contact your doctor immediately

Do not use it during Intercourse or vice versa if you are using some birth control device

Always keep the cream in proper conditions and out of the reach of children.

## Things To Remember

Read the insert of the tube thoroughly.

Always tell your doctor about your medical history and follow the instructions as directed by the doctor.

## How To Store Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 Gm (Clindamycin and Zinc Acetate)?

Keep the tube in a dry, dark and clean place. Avoid refrigeration