Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g)

Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g) is a topical acne medicine that contains 1% clindamycin in each 20 g tube. Clindamycin is an antibiotic used on the skin to help treat acne by reducing acne-causing bacteria and calming inflamed pimples. Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g) is applied directly to affected skin, so it works where acne appears rather than throughout the body. It is commonly used for mild to moderate acne when a doctor wants a prescription-strength topical treatment.

How it works: Clindamycin in Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g) helps stop the growth of acne-causing bacteria on the skin. The gel form lets the medicine spread over the affected area and target inflamed breakouts directly.

Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g) is the standard 1% clindamycin gel strength, so it fits typical prescription acne treatment and is not a higher-dose version. A doctor may choose this gel when they want a skin-friendly, easy-to-spread option that can feel lighter than creams or ointments. Because it is a gel, it may be preferred for oily or acne-prone skin.

• Treatment of mild to moderate acne
• Inflammatory pimples
• Facial acne
• Acne on the chest or back when prescribed
• Topical antibiotic acne therapy

• Wash and gently dry the affected skin before applying Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g).
• Apply a thin layer only to the acne-affected areas, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Use clean hands, and avoid getting the gel in your eyes, mouth, nose, and inside the lips.
• Do not apply to broken, sunburned, or irritated skin unless your prescriber says it is okay.
• Follow the schedule your doctor gives you; do not use more often or in a thicker layer to speed results.
• Wash your hands after applying unless the treated area is on your hands.

Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g) provides clindamycin 1% in each tube, and the exact amount used depends on the size of the area being treated. It is usually applied once or twice daily, but the doctor decides the dosing plan and duration for this specific acne treatment. Do not apply more than prescribed, because using extra does not make it work faster and can increase irritation.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Clindamycin may include:

• Skin dryness
• Mild burning or stinging after application
• Redness at the application site
• Itching
• Peeling or flaking skin
• Oily or tight feeling on the skin

• For external use only; do not ingest Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g).
• Avoid using it in the eyes, mouth, nose, and other mucous membranes.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of colitis, especially antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
• Do not use other acne products that may irritate the skin unless your clinician approves them.
• Be careful with sun exposure if your skin becomes irritated or more sensitive.
• Stop and seek medical advice if severe diarrhea develops during or after treatment.
• Use only the amount prescribed, since overuse can increase dryness and irritation.

• Other topical acne medicines that can irritate the skin, such as benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, or harsh exfoliants
• Topical products containing alcohol or astringents
• Other antibiotic treatments unless your doctor says to combine them
• Products that cause significant dryness or peeling
• Any medicine history that includes antibiotic-associated colitis, which should be discussed before use

Store Acnesol Gel 1% (20 g) at room temperature, keep the tube tightly closed, and protect it from excessive heat and moisture.