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Acnedap Gel

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)
Acnedap Gel is used to treat acne. It helps reduce redness and swelling associated with acne (commonly known as pimples).
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General Information

Contains

Dapsone (5% w/w)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Acnedap Gel is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. To avoid relapse, continue the use of this medicine even if symptoms begin to clear up.

Some common side effects include oily skin, dry skin, and skin exfoliation (skin peeling). It may also cause skin irritation, redness, or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid getting it into your eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, wash your eyes with water, and seek immediate medical attention.

Uses of Acnedap Gel

Benefits of Acnedap Gel

Acne
Acnedap Gel is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria causing acne on your skin. It may take several weeks before your symptoms improve so you need to keep using this medicine even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start using it, the less likely you are to get scars.

Side effects of Acnedap Gel

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
Common side effects of Acnedap
  • Oily skin
  • Skin peeling
  • Dry skin
  • Erythema (skin redness)

How to use Acnedap Gel

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

How Acnedap Gel works

Acnedap Gel is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the production of folic acid in acne-causing bacteria (P. acnes), thereby stopping their growth. In addition, its antiinflammatory effects help reduce redness and swelling due to acne.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Acnedap Gel for the treatment of acne.
  • Apply it precisely on the affected area as instructed by your doctor.
  • Take care to avoid getting the gel in the eyes, mouth or nose. If it happens, rinse it out with plenty of warm water.
  • Do not apply it on broken, infected or sunburnt areas of skin.
  • It should not be used in children less than 12 years of age.
  • Do not use more amount or more often than recommended as that will not make it any more effective but may irritate your skin.
  • It may cause dryness and itching of the skin being treated. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Stop using Acnedap Gel and inform your doctor if your lips, nail beds, or the inside of your mouth turns grey or blue.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acnedap Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acnedap Gel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established
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Frequently asked questions

Acnedap Gel is neither an immunosuppressant nor a steroid. It has anti-inflammatory (reduces, swelling, and itching) and antimicrobial (kills germs) properties. It is thought to act by eliminating microbes as well as having an anti-inflammatory effect on acne.
It is not known if Acnedap Gel can harm your unborn baby. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid it during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Acnedap Gel can pass into breast milk and may harm your baby. Your doctor will decide whether it is safe to continue or not.
Wash and pat dry the area where you want to apply Acnedap Gel gel. Apply a pea-sized amount of gel in a thin layer to the areas of your skin that have acne. Rub it gently and completely. It may feel gritty and you may see particles in the gel. Remember to wash your hands after applying the gel.
Your doctor will decide the duration of the treatment required. However, it is generally recommended that Acnedap Gel be used for 12 weeks (3 months).
Patients with deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) have a greater risk of developing low hemoglobin level while using this medicine. But using the gel on the skin does not put enough Acnedap Gel in the blood to cause clinical symptoms of hemolytic anemia (breakdown of red blood cells).
Tell your doctor if you are taking dapsone tablets, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole tablets or any antimalarial medications. If you take these medicines while using Acnedap Gel, you may be more susceptible to certain side effects. Tell your doctor if you are using any other medicines which need to be applied to the skin, such as benzoyl peroxide. Using both these medicines together may make your skin or facial hair temporarily turn yellow or orange at the site of application.
Before using Acnedap Gel, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Acnedap Gel gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Use Acnedap Gel for the duration advised by your doctor. You may have to use it for several months to clear your acne completely. Even the initial benefits may take several weeks to appear following which you shall be able to note a gradual but definite improvement. Usually, Acnedap Gel should be used for a maximum of 12 weeks. You may need to use more than one tube of Acnedap Gel during each course of treatment.
Acnedap Gel treats and prevents acne by stopping the growth of bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes) which causes it. Acne is an extremely common skin condition. During adolescence, grease glands in the skin produce extra grease in response to normal amounts of sex hormones in the body which can cause blocked pores (i.e., blackheads). When this happens, the pores get invaded by bacteria. As a result, certain chemicals are produced which go into deeper parts of the skin to produce red spots filled with pus, called acne. Acnedap Gel effectively cures the inflammation and discomfort associated with acne, commonly known as pimples.
Be careful not to get Acnedap Gel into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Acnedap Gel if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Acnedap Gel with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Acnedap Gel only if prescribed by the doctor.
If you forget to use Acnedap Gel, do not worry and continue using Acnedap Gel as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Sulfone & sulfonamides derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Anti leprotic

References

  1. Gumbo T. Chemotherapy of Tuberculosis, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Disease, and Leprosy. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1563-64.
  2. Chambers HF, Deck DH. Antimycobacterial Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 831.
  3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 354-56.
  4. Dapsone. Fort Collins, Colorado: QLT USA, Inc.; 2005. [Accessed 22 Jul. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  6. CiplaMed. Dapsone [Prescribing Information]. [Accessed 06 Apr. 2024] (online) Available from:
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User feedback

Once A Day
73%
Twice A Day
21%
Thrice A Day
4%
Alternate Day
1%
Acne
100%
Poor
60%
Average
24%
Excellent
17%
Dry skin
62%
No Side Effect
12%
Skin exfoliation
12%
Application site redness
12%
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75%
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25%
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Patient concerns

Dear sir or madam , I am having acne on my face i badly need to clear it out .Can u suggest some solution

Dr. Arpit Shrimal
Dr. Arpit Shrimal
Dermatology
Dermadew acne soap Acnedap gel twice daily. Episoft AC cream as moisturizer

I experience acne on cheeks. Especially along the cheek bone. My skin is very oily and I have a lot of dandruff as well. I've been applying Clindac gel since years every night, however this problem never seems to subside permanently. Also, these acne leave scars on the face despite the fact that I make sure never to touch or press them.

Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Dear PATIENT worries as Having pimple in this age is not a very rare thing, you should not use any product from outside particularly the oily one. Apply acnedap gel twice daily.
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