ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 Precautions for ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL and its Constituents
5 Symptoms of Overdosage
6 Common Side-Effects
7 Rare Side-Effects
8 Technical Classification
9 Available Alternatives for ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL
- 9.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
- 9.2 What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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Overview

ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL is a Schedule H drug.

ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL is composed of: DAPSONE (5.0 %W/W)

Dapsone is an anti-infective medicine that fights bacteria. Dapsone is used to treat dermatitis herpetiformis (a skin condition) and Leprosy.

Usage

DAPSONE is generally used to treat: Dermatitis Herpetiformis, Leprosy

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of anemia, heart problems, blood disorder, urination problem, liver or kidney problems, high blood pressure, severe lung disease, any allergy, newborn, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause vision problem, dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking this medication; otherwise it will lead to sunburn. Take full course of treatment.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DAPSONE over-dosage can result in: Vomit, Restless Or Irritability

Common Side-Effects

DAPSONE : Abdomen Pain, Back Pain, Legs Pain, Fingers Blue Colored Skin, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Loss Of Appetite, Pale Skin, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)

Rare Side-Effects

DAPSONE : Body Itching, Hair Loss, Mood Swings, Throat Soreness, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Technical Classification

DAPSONE is categorized as: LEPROSTATICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ACNEDAP 5% W/W GEL

INR 247.5 for 15 GM GEL

DAPSONE 5.0 %W/W

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ACNESONE 5% GEL	INR 47.12 for 20 GM GEL	DAPSONE 5.0 %
ACNEWAR 5% GEL	INR 199 for 15 GM GEL	DAPSONE 5.0 %
ACNEWAR PLUS GEL	INR 250 for 15 GM GEL	DAPSONE 5.0 %, ADAPALENE 0.1 %
DAPSONE		DAPSONE
DAPSONE 100MG TAB	INR 241.5 for 1000 TABLETS	DAPSONE 100 MG
DAPSONE 25MG TAB	INR 27.89 for 1000 TABLETS	DAPSONE 25 MG
DAPSONE 50MG TAB	INR 40.85 for 1000 TABLETS	DAPSONE 50 MG