Topmycin Gel is an antibiotic medicine that fights bacteria. It is used to treat acne, which appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest or back. This medicine works by attacking the germs that cause them. It may also be used to treat minor skin infections. Topmycin Gel is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. It should not be applied to broken or damaged skin. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get it in these areas. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. Do not stop using it as soon as your acne starts to get better. Ask your doctor when you should stop treatment. Side effects like minor itching, irritation, burning sensation, or redness at the site of application may be seen in some people. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea

If you miss a dose of Topmycin Gel, take 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.

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• Q. Q. How to apply Topmycin Gel on acne??
  Ans: Apply it as a thin layer onto the affected site on the skin. 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.
• Q. Q. What precautions are to be taken while using Topmycin Gel??
  Ans: This medicine can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Try to avoid exposure to sunlight as much as possible and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors after consulting your doctor.
• Q. Q. How long does it take for Topmycin Gel to show its effect??
  Ans: You might start to see an improvement in 6 weeks after using this medicine and takes approximately 8-12 weeks to see the complete effects. Continue with the treatment as long as prescribed by your doctor. The most common reason for treatment failure is giving up too soon, thinking that the treatment is not working. If, however, your skin has not improved even after completing the prescribed time, consult your doctor.
• Q. Q. When should I call my doctor right away??
  Ans: Get medical help right away if you have signs of allergic reaction such as skin redness, rash, hives, itching, blisters, and swelling of the face, lips, or tongue.
• Q. Q. Can I use Topmycin Gel with any other face cream or moisturizer??
  Ans: It is advisable not to use Topmycin Gel with other topical anti-acne medicines unless prescribed by your doctor. It can increase the risk of side effects such as skin peeling, irritation, or dryness. However, you can use a sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors after consulting your doctor.
• Q. Q. Why is Topmycin Gel given for 3 days??
  Ans: The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Topmycin Gel is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.
• Q. Q. What should I avoid while taking Topmycin Gel??
  Ans: Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Topmycin Gel should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Topmycin Gel. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Topmycin Gel increases the risk of sunburn.
• Q. Q. Is Topmycin Gel a strong antibiotic??
  Ans: Topmycin Gel is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Topmycin Gel has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.
• Q. Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Topmycin Gel??
  Ans: Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Topmycin Gel. Antibiotics such as Topmycin Gel can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Topmycin Gel or soon after stopping it.

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