Acno Gel belongs to a group of medicines known as retinoids that are used to treat severe acne, which occur as pimples, in adults and adolescents from 12 years of age only after puberty. This medicine is for patients whose acne has not responded to other treatments. Acno Gel reduces excessive oil production of the skin. Ideally, a pinpoint application at night time is recommended for a duration as prescribed by the doctor. The amount you need, and how long you take it will depend on what you are being treated for. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of gel or cream usually once a day at bedtime. Follow your doctor’s instructions. You should not apply it to damaged or broken skin and avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, and nose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve but keep using it regularly to get the most benefit. If you notice no improvement after a few weeks, see your doctor again. Using more medicine or applying it more often than prescribed will not make it work any faster and may increase side effects. The most common side effects include itching, stinging, peeling, and redness of the skin. They are not usually serious and often disappear after getting used to the cream but, if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. You may need to apply smaller amounts or use it less often. Serious side effects are rare. Acno Gel may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit exposure to the sun if possible. Drink plenty of water and use moisturizer as it may lead to dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes. It may make your skin more fragile. It is advised, not to have any waxing (hair removal), or laser treatments during treatment. This medicine may lead to birth defects, do consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.

• Dry skin
• Increased liver enzymes
• Rash

If you miss a dose of Acno Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. What are the precautions that I should follow while using Acno Gel??
  Ans: Avoid any contact of Acno Gel with mouth, eyes, lips, mucous membranes (such as inside of mouth), and wounded skin. In case of accidental contact, rinse well with water. Do not let the medicine accumulate in skin folds. Acno Gel may also cause increased sensitivity to sunlight so avoid or minimize deliberate or prolonged exposure to sunlight or sunlamps. If sun exposure cannot be avoided, use sunscreen.
• Q. Q. I just had a cosmetic treatment. Can I use Acno Gel on that part of the skin??
  Ans: Don’t use Acno Gel on skin that has recently had cosmetic treatment such as depilation, chemical hair treatment, chemical peel, dermabrasion, or laser resurfacing. You should allow your skin to heal after any treatment before using Acno Gel. However, if not sure, consult your doctor.
• Q. Q. I have stopped using Acno Gel. Can I now plan my pregnancy??
  Ans: Consult your doctor before planning a pregnancy. Usually, it is advised to wait for about 1 month after stopping Acno Gel before you plan your pregnancy. This is done to avoid any harm to your unborn baby because of the medicine.
• Q. Q. Can Acno Gel be used in children??
  Ans: Acno Gel gel is used to treat mild to moderate acne in teenagers and adults. It should not be used in children before puberty or under the age of 12.
• Q. Q. What if I use too much Acno Gel??
  Ans: If you use too much Acno Gel gel or use it more often than recommended, it may make your skin red or irritated. If this happens, use the gel less often or stop using it for a few days.
• Q. Q. Can I donate blood while using Acno Gel??
  Ans: Do not donate blood while using Acno Gel gel and for at least 1 month after stopping it. If your blood is given to a pregnant woman, it may harm her unborn baby.
• Q. Q. What are the long-term side effects of Acno Gel??
  Ans: Generally, Acno Gel is prescribed for 15–20 weeks. Therefore, long-term effects in low doses have not been studied. However, it may have some effect on the bone mineral density. It may decrease bone mineral density in some patients, resulting in osteoporosis or fractures.
• Q. Q. How do I use Acno Gel on my face??
  Ans: Always wash and dry your skin, and completely remove any make-up before applying the gel. Use your fingertips to apply a thin layer of the gel to all areas of skin that have acne and not just each spot. Try not to use too much, especially where the gel could run into your eyes or build up in folds of skin. Using more gel will not make your spots clear up more quickly. Do not use Acno Gel gel on irritated areas of skin, for example, cuts, burns, or sunburn as it can make the irritation worse.
• Q. Q. How long does it take for Acno Gel to start working??
  Ans: The acne may get worse at the beginning of the treatment with Acno Gel gel. But, it normally improves after 6 to 8 weeks.

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