Acrub 1% Lotion

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:07 AM (IST)

Acrub 1% Lotion is an antibiotic used to treat acne (pimples) and some bacterial skin infections. It helps to reduce the number of pimples. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms.

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General Information

Contains

Erythromycin (1%)

Marketer

Psychotropics India Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Acrub 1% Lotion is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at a fixed time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.

This medicine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects such as peeling of the skin, redness, dry skin, irritation, itching, stinging, and burning sensation. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve.

Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas. Before using it, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses of Acrub Lotion

Benefits of Acrub Lotion

Acne
Acrub 1% Lotion treats acne, commonly called pimples. It kills the acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep using it 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. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne free. It should not be used if you have eczema or sunburned skin.

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Acrub 1% Lotion is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs and skin. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Acrub Lotion

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 Acrub

Skin peeling
Dry skin
Burning sensation
Itching
Skin irritation

How to use Acrub Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Acrub Lotion works

Acrub 1% Lotion is an antibiotic which stops the growth of acne-causing bacteria on the skin. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by these bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Acrub 1% Lotion for the treatment of severe acne.
You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
Apply it as a thin layer on to clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by acne.
Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Acrub 1% Lotion.
It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Acrub 1% Lotion and consult your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Acrub 1% Lotion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Acrub 1% Lotion is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

How should Acrub 1% Lotion be applied?

Acrub 1% Lotion should be applied twice daily. It should be applied to a dry, clean face to lessen the possibility of irritation. Spread it gently and uniformly in a thin layer but you need not rub it in.

What is Acrub 1% Lotion used for?

Acrub 1% Lotion is used for treatment of acne vulgaris also known as pimples or spots. It is used to reduce the growth of bacteria which cause acne. It can also be used to treat skin infections.

What precautions need to be followed while applying Acrub 1% Lotion?

Acrub 1% Lotion should be applied cautiously. It should not come into contact with the eyes, lips, or the lining of the mouth or nose. Do not apply to broken skin. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Be careful not to use cosmetic products containing alcohol, irritant, or medicated soaps, as these may cause irritation or drying effects.

How long does it take for Acrub 1% Lotion to work for acne?

Successful treatment of acne may take several weeks or even months. The normal treatment time is 10 to 12 weeks. Consult your doctor, if you do not see improvement at the end of the prescribed course of treatment.

If Acrub 1% Lotion does not help me with acne, can I use clindamycin?

If you have already used Acrub 1% Lotion, antibiotics of the same class (macrolides), clindamycin and lincomycin may also not work. This could be because of drug resistance. In this, the bacteria gets modified in your body and medicines may not be able to treat the new modified form.

How should Acrub 1% Lotion be stored?

Store it in a cool dry place below 25 degrees centigrade. Some of the preparations may contain alcohol, which are flammable, and therefore should be kept away from high temperatures.

What if I forget to apply Acrub 1% Lotion?

Try not to forget to use Acrub 1% Lotion, as missing an application will slow down the healing process. However, if you have missed an application, use Acrub 1% Lotion as soon as you remember, but a gap of about three hours is required before you use it again.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Macrolides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

Related lab tests

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References

Sharkey KA, Wallace JL. Treatment of Disorders of Bowel Motility and Water Flux; Anti-Emetics; Agents Used in Biliary and Pancreatic Disease. 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. 1327-28.
Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 799-800.
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. 491-94.
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Patient concerns

I suffering from bacterial infections in my shaving area or too much acne problem.

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Dermatology

Fudic cream twice a day

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Marketer details

Name: Psychotropics India Ltd
Address: Plot No -17, Sector – 20A, Faridabad, Haryana – 121001, India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India

Acrub 1% Lotion

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Acrub Lotion

Benefits of Acrub Lotion

Side effects of Acrub Lotion

How to use Acrub Lotion

How Acrub Lotion works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

How should Acrub 1% Lotion be applied?

What is Acrub 1% Lotion used for?

What precautions need to be followed while applying Acrub 1% Lotion?

How long does it take for Acrub 1% Lotion to work for acne?

If Acrub 1% Lotion does not help me with acne, can I use clindamycin?

How should Acrub 1% Lotion be stored?

What if I forget to apply Acrub 1% Lotion?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Patient concerns

I suffering from bacterial infections in my shaving area or too much acne problem.

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Have issue with the content

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