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Adcon Gel 15.0 gm in 1 tube

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Adcon Gel is a product of Catholicon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Composition: Adapalene (0.1% w/w)

Pack of 15 gm

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All Details About Adcon Gel

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Adcon Gel

Description:

Adcon Gel is a medication used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne (pimples) with blackheads/whiteheads and small, inflamed spots on the face, chest, or back. It works by reducing excessive oil production in the skin, thereby reducing inflammation or cleaning the blocked pores.

Employ Adcon Gel as prescribed by your doctor in the dose and duration specified. Do not use a larger amount or for longer than the prescribed duration. While on treatment, avoid unnecessary sun exposure and cover the treated areas with clothing or use a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun.


Ordinary side effects of Adcon Gel include dry skin, skin irritation, burning sensation, or redness. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor. They may be able to guide you on how to manage or treat the side effects.


Adcon Gel should not be used during pregnancy, as it may cause harmful effects to the developing baby. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. This medicine should not be used in children below 12 years of age. Avoid applying it to broken, sunburnt, or eczema skin.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Employ it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Immaculate and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Adcon

  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Dry skin
  • Skin burn

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Adcon Gel is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
To avoid any contact with your baby, do not apply it to the chest area.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

Is Adcon Gel safe to be used in pregnancy?

No, Adcon Gel should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant during the treatment, discontinue the medicine immediately and consult your doctor. Do not plan a pregnancy while using Adcon Gel.

Is it safe to undergo cosmetic procedures while using Adcon Gel?

It is advisable not to undergo cosmetic procedures while using Adcon Gel. Cosmetic products with an abrasive, drying, or peeling action may cause an increased irritant effect. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Is it normal to have a burning sensation after applying Adcon Gel?

Affirmative, it is common to experience a burning sensation on application of Adcon Gel. You may also experience redness, drying, and scaling during the first 4 weeks of treatment, which usually lessen with continued use of Adcon Gel. Inform your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not improve.

How long does it take to see results from Adcon Gel?

You may start noticing an improvement after two weeks of therapy, but a minimum of eight weeks is required to notice consistent beneficial effects.

Can I use moisturiser after Adcon Gel?

Moisturizers may be used, if necessary; however, products containing alpha hydroxy or glycolic acids should be avoided.

What precautions do I need to follow while using Adcon Gel?

You need to be cautious while applying Adcon Gel. Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, nose, and inside of the mouth. This medication should not be applied to cuts, abrasions, inflamed or reddened skin, or sunburned skin. Wax epilation should not be performed on treated skin, as it may cause skin erosions.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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