Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Indication: Topical/Cutaneous Acne vulgaris Age: Adult Condition: As 5% gel |
Dose: Gel – 5% Frequency: twice daily Note: Apply a thin layer on the affected area |
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Indication: Topical/Cutaneous Acne vulgaris Age: Adult Condition: As 7.5% gel |
Dose: Gel – 7.5% Frequency: once daily Note: Apply a thin layer on the entire face or other affected areas. Reassess treatment if there is no improvement after 12 weeks. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Acne Vulgaris Age: less than 9 years |
Dose: 7.5% gel – Apply pea-sized amount in thin layer to the entire face Note: Safety and efficacy not established |
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Indication: Acne Vulgaris Age: greater than 9 years |
Dose: 7.5% gel – Apply pea-sized amount in thin layer to the entire face Frequency: once daily Note: a thin layer can also be applied to other affected areas. If no improvement after 12 weeks, reassess treatment |
Administration
- Apply thin layer to affected area
- Clean skin before application
Side Effect
- Dryness (16%)
- Erythema (13%)
- Burning (1%)
- Pruritus (1%)
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
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No interactions listed
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
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Congenital/Idiopathic Methaemoglobinaemia
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Risk of blood disorder complications
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store in a cool & dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Do not freeze.
Data Sources
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