General Information
Cleocin T Gel is an antibiotic classified under the lincomycin antibiotic drugs.
Another name for Cleocin T Gel is Clindamycin Gel which comes from medical terminology.
Cleocin T Gel is used for
Cleodin T Gel is used to treat severe acne problems. It works by killing the sensitive bacteria that causes acne. Along with that fatty acids are also reduced which cause irritation of skin.
Warnings
Do not use Cleocin T Gel if you are allergic to lincomycin. If you have Crohn disease and ulcerative coltish then avoid using Cleocin T Gel at all costs. You can find out about these conditions by your doctor.
Some conditions might obstruct or get hampered by the use of Cleocin T Gel. Inform your doctor about all medical conditions. The following should be reported at once:
- Pregnancy or due pregnancy;
- Intake of any non prescription or prescription drugs including herbal medicines and vitamins;
- Allergies to food or medicines and
- Diarrhea.
Apart from conditions medicine might also interact with Cleocin T Gel. These include non depolarizing relaxants. This is because this increases the side effects of Cleocin T Gel. Erythromycin also should not be used along with this because it decreases the effectiveness of Cleocin T Gel.
How to use Cleocin T Gel
Cleocin T-Gel should only be used according to the prescribed way. Do not take Cleocin T-Gel for a longer time than the given course. Cleocin T-Gel is not to be used in bigger amounts than the prescribed amount.
It is only to be used on top of the skin. Before applying the gel clean the affected area and cover the area with a thin layer of this medication. Applying every day on the same eim also increases the efficiency of Cleocin T Gel. Cleocin T Gel is to be used for the whole time prescribed by your doctor. Use even after the area has been completely healed.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Cleocin T Gel.
Possible side effects of Cleocin T Gel
All medications cause side effects but in some cases people might only face minor or no side effects. If you are facing dryness, itching or oily skin afar using Ceocin T Gel then contact your doctor immediately.
The severe side effects of Cleocin T Gel include:
- Breathing Difficulty;
- Chest Tightness;
- Blood in mucus;
- Severe Diarrhea or
- Burning or peeling of skin.
The patient might face side effects other than those listed here. If any unusual symptom is caused by the use of Cleocine T Gel then contact your doctor immediately.
Proper storage of Cleocin T-Gel
Cleocin T-Gel is to be stored at room temperature. Room temperature: 68 to 77 Degrees F or 20 to 25o C. It is to be kept in a tightly closed container. Keep Cleocin T-Gel away from sunlight, heat and moisture. Do not place it in bathrooms. Keep Cleocin T-Gel out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information
For more information about Cleocin T-Gel consult your doctor or pharmacist. If your symptoms get worse after using this drug then inform this to your doctor.
Cleocin T-Gel is to be used only for the person it is prescribed for. Do not share your medication.
What happens if I miss a dose?
If the patient misses a dose then take the missed dose as soon as possible. If the scheduled next dose is near then skip the missed dose. Continue the rest of the course as usual. Do not take any other medicine to cover up the missed dose.
If OVERDOSE is suspected
If Cleocin T Gel is used more than the prescribed amount then call your nearest poison control centre to get help. Emergency help can also be sought in such cases. Cleocin T Gel is harmful when swallowed.