Acnetop Gel (Clindamycin)
Price range: $56.34 through $81.60Required
| Pack Size | Price | Unit Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Tube | $56.34 | $9.39 / tube | ||
| 9 Tube | $70.50 | $7.83 / tube | ||
| 12 Tube | $81.60 | $6.80 / tube |
About Acnetop Gel (Clindamycin)
Medicine information
- Active ingredient
- Clindamycin 1% w/w + Nicotinamide 4% w/w
- Delivery time
- 10-14 business days after dispatch for the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia; other destinations vary under the store shipping framework. Delivery estimates are not guarantees and customs or local carrier delays may extend transit.
- Indication
- Acne vulgaris
- Packaging
- 20 g tube
- Dosage form
- Gel
- Route
- Topical
Medicine overview
Acnetop Gel is a topical medicine used for acne. Available product listings identify it as a combination of clindamycin 1% w/w and nicotinamide 4% w/w, rather than clindamycin alone. Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibiotic that reduces susceptible acne-associated bacteria and inflammation. Nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, has anti-inflammatory activity when applied to the skin. The gel is intended for external application to acne-affected skin. Exact manufacturer information could not be reliably verified from an authoritative product source.
What it is used for
Acnetop Gel is used for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. The clindamycin component targets susceptible bacteria associated with inflammatory acne, while nicotinamide provides an additional anti-inflammatory effect. Treatment may therefore help reduce inflamed acne lesions, redness, swelling, and tenderness. It should be used according to the directions provided by the prescriber and the product label.
How it works
Clindamycin is converted to active clindamycin in the skin and inhibits bacterial protein synthesis, limiting the growth of susceptible acne-associated bacteria. It also helps reduce inflammation. Nicotinamide is a form of vitamin B3 with topical anti-inflammatory properties. Together, these actions are intended to reduce the bacterial and inflammatory components of acne. Because clindamycin is an antibiotic, unnecessary or prolonged antibiotic exposure can contribute to bacterial resistance.
How it is taken
Acnetop Gel is for external use on the skin only. Apply it according to the prescribed directions and the product label to clean, dry acne-affected skin. Avoid the eyes, inside of the nose or mouth, vaginal area, and broken skin. Wash your hands after application unless the hands are being treated. Do not use a larger amount or apply it more frequently than directed.
Important warnings
Do not use clindamycin-containing topical products if you have had a serious allergic reaction to clindamycin or lincomycin. Topical clindamycin is contraindicated in people with a history of regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or antibiotic-associated colitis according to clindamycin topical labeling. Although absorption through the skin is limited, severe diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and antibiotic-associated colitis have been reported. Stop treatment and obtain medical advice promptly if significant or persistent diarrhea, abdominal cramps, or bloody stools develop. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. Irritating or abrasive skin products may worsen local irritation. Clindamycin can also enhance neuromuscular-blocking medicines, so relevant medicines should be discussed with the prescriber. Antibiotic resistance is an important consideration with topical clindamycin.
Side effects and monitoring
Common effects associated with topical clindamycin include dryness, peeling, redness, itching, burning, oily skin, and sometimes new or worsening blemishes. Product listings for Acnetop also report local burning, erythema, and worsening acne. Less common but clinically important effects include severe skin reactions and gastrointestinal effects from absorbed clindamycin. Seek medical attention for watery or bloody diarrhea, severe abdominal cramps, persistent diarrhea, marked swelling, hives, or other signs of a serious allergic reaction. Routine laboratory monitoring is not generally specified for topical clindamycin used for acne.
Food and drink
Food does not affect a medicine applied topically to the skin. No product-specific food or drink restrictions for Acnetop Gel were verified.
Storage
Store below 25°C according to available Acnetop product information. Keep the tube closed and out of reach of children. Product-specific authoritative storage instructions were not located.
Frequently asked questions
How long does topical clindamycin take to improve acne?
Improvement is not always immediate. Use the treatment consistently for the period prescribed and contact your prescriber if your acne is worsening or is not responding as expected.
Should I put Acnetop Gel only on individual pimples?
Follow the product directions and your prescriber's instructions. Topical clindamycin acne treatments are generally applied as a light layer to the acne-affected area rather than using extra medicine on individual spots.
Can clindamycin for acne cause antibiotic resistance?
Yes. Bacteria can develop resistance to topical antibiotics such as clindamycin, particularly with inappropriate or prolonged antibiotic use. Use it only for the prescribed course and do not extend treatment on your own.
Why is benzoyl peroxide sometimes used with topical clindamycin?
Acne guidelines commonly use benzoyl peroxide alongside topical antibiotics to help limit the development of antibiotic resistance. Do not add another acne treatment to Acnetop Gel without checking that it is suitable with your prescribed regimen.
What should I do if Acnetop Gel makes my skin dry or irritated?
Mild dryness, redness, itching, or burning can occur with topical acne treatment. Avoid unnecessarily harsh or abrasive skin products, and contact your prescriber if irritation is severe, persistent, or worsening.
Can topical clindamycin cause diarrhea even though it is applied to the skin?
Yes, although this is uncommon. Some clindamycin can be absorbed through the skin, and diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and colitis have been reported with topical use. Seek medical advice promptly for significant diarrhea, abdominal cramps, or blood in the stool.
Can Cheap Generic Med ship Acnetop Gel to the United States?
Cheap Generic Med serves the United States under its international shipping model. Delivery is typically estimated at 10-14 business days after dispatch, but customs or carrier delays may extend transit. Prescription and personal-import requirements may apply.
Will my Acnetop Gel order have tracking?
Tracked international shipping is used under the standard Cheap Generic Med fulfilment model. A tracking number should be provided after dispatch, although it can take 24-72 hours for movement to appear in the carrier system.
Sources
Medical information notice: This information does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Use prescription medicine only as directed by the prescriber and the approved product information.
| Indication | Effective for acne, pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads. |
|---|---|
| Packaging | Qty |
| Delivery Time | 6 To 15 days |
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