Aczone
Indicated for acne vulgaris utilized to target inflammatory skin lesions.
Strengths: 100mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Therapeutic class
Sulfone Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Sulfone
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to dapsone; severe anaemia
- Precautions and warnings
monitor for signs of haemolysis; avoid oxidation products
- Minor side effects
erythema; dryness; peeling
- Moderate side effects
pruritus; skin discolouration
- Dosage forms
Gel
- Administration route
Cutaneous use
- Patient summary
Indicated for acne vulgaris utilized to target inflammatory skin lesions.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Allergan
- Onset Time
2–4 weeks
- Duration
Up to 12 weeks
- Storage instructions
Store away from heat and light.
- Drug interactions
trimethoprim
- Age restrictions
Applicable for adolescents and adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with caution. Breastfeeding: Exercise caution.
Serious side effects
methaemoglobinaemia — requires immediate medical attention; haemolytic anaemia — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Dapsone possesses bacteriostatic and anti-inflammatory properties, inhibiting the dihydrofolate synthase enzyme in susceptible organisms and reducing neutrophil migration.
Aczone
Indicated for acne vulgaris utilized to target inflammatory skin lesions.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Dapsone
- Listed indication(s): Acne Vulgaris, Dermatitis Herpetiformis