What is acenaline?
Acnatac is a prescription combination gel for the topical treatment of medium-heavy inflammatory acne (acne with papules and pustules). It contains two proven active ingredients: the retinoid tretinoin and the antibiotic clindamycin.
The combination of a retinoid with an antibiotic enables effective treatment of both the comedogenic and the inflammatory component of the acne. In addition, the tretinoin reduces the development of antibiotic resistances.
Acnatac is used once a day.
Active Ingredients & Mechanism of Action
Active ingredient: Tretinoin 0,025%, Clindamycin 1%
The two active ingredients are added:
Tretinoin (0.025%)
- Classic retinoid (vitamin A acid)
- Normalizes disturbed maple
- Prevents and dissolves Komedons
- Promotes skin renewal
- Reduces resistance development against clindamycin
Clindamycin (1%):
- Antibiotics of lincosamide class
- Inhibits the growth of P. acnes
- Reduces inflammation
- Works quickly against inflammatory lesions
Synergy effect: Tretinoin enhances the effect of clindamycin by better penetration and at the same time reduces the risk of resistance.
Who is it suitable for?
Acnatac is suitable for:
- Patients aged 12 with moderate inflammatory acne
- Acne with mainly papules and puppets
- If individual active substances do not act sufficiently
More suitable for:
- Very sensitive or dry skin
- Pure comedogenic acne without inflammation
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Prehistory of antibiotic-associated colitis
Available Dosages
Concentration of active substance:
- Tretinoin: 0.25 mg/g (0.025%)
- Clindamycin: 10 mg/g (1%)
Pack sizes:
- 30 g tube
- 60 g tube
Application: Once a day.
How to Take
Application: 1. In the evening wash the face with mild cleaner Two. Leave skin completely dry (15-20 minutes) 3. Apply a fingertip full of gel thin 4. Spread over the entire affected area Five. Spare eye area, lips and mucous membranes
Language:
- Maximum 12 weeks due to the antibiotic component
- if necessary change to pure retinoid
Important notes:
- Sun protection per day is mandatory
- Do not use any other irritating products
- Apply for severe irritation every second day
Contraindications
Do not apply at:
- Pregnancy (Tretinoin is teratogen)
- Still time
- Sensitivity to Tretinoin, Clindamycin or Lincomycin
- Antibiotic colitis in prehistory
- Akutem eczema, sunburn
Preview at:
- Women of age without safe contraception
- Very sensitive skin
- Atopic dermatitis
Possible Side Effects
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- dry skin
- dandruff
- Skin redness
- Burn
- Itching
- deterioration of acne at the beginning
Occasionally:
- Sunburn-like reactions
- Hyperpigmentation
- Skin irritation
Selten:
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Allergic reactions
Measurement: In the first weeks typical – after improvement.
Interactions
Not combine with:
- Erythromycin (topic or systemic)
- Other retinoids
- Strong drying products
Preview at:
- AHA/BHA peeling
- Alcohol-containing products
- Other topical antibiotics
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is acenaline right for you?
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Important Notice
This information does not replace medical advice. If you have questions about your health or the suitability of this medication, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Important Safety Information
This service operates under German pharmaceutical law (HWG). For risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and consult your doctor or pharmacist. All medications are dispensed from a licensed pharmacy in Germany.