Acnesol CL Lotion

Clarithromycin (1%)

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Acnesol CL Lotion is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in the skin. It is used to treat bacterial skin infections such as acne, which appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest, or back. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and preventing the infection from spreading.

Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia, MBA, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Clarithromycin (1%)

Marketer

Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Acnesol CL Lotion is also effective against some infections (e.g., MAC or Mycobacterium avium complex) seen in people with reduced immunity. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms and cure your infection. This medicine is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. No antacids should be taken within 2 hours of taking this medicine. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Common side effects with this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, abnormal taste, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, vomiting, and rash. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of Acnesol CL Lotion

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Acnesol CL Lotion

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Acnesol CL Lotion is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease. It stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection and helps treat your infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Acnesol CL Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Acnesol CL

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Rash
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Abnormal taste
Dyspepsia
Taste change
Abnormal liver function tests
Abdominal pain

How to use Acnesol CL Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Acnesol CL Lotion works

Acnesol CL Lotion is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Acnesol CL Lotion for the treatment of acne.
You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
Apply it as a thin layer on to clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by acne.
Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Acnesol CL Lotion.
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. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Acnesol CL Lotion and consult your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Acnesol CL Lotion during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acnesol CL Lotion may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Interaction with drugs

Taking Acnesol CL with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Estradiol (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estradiol.

Moderate

Estrogen (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estrogen.

Moderate

Estradiol (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estradiol.

Moderate

Estradiol (Skin Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Estradiol.

Moderate

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor blood potassium levels.

Frequently asked questions

How to use Acnesol CL Lotion for treating acne?

Apply it as a thin layer onto the affected site of 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.

What precautions are to be taken while using Acnesol CL Lotion?

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.

How long does it take for Acnesol CL Lotion to show its effect?

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.

When should I call my doctor right away?

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.

Can I use Acnesol CL Lotion with any other face cream or moisturizer?

It is advisable not to use Acnesol CL Lotion 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.

What happens if I miss a dose of Acnesol CL Lotion?

If you happen to miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminoglycosides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

Related lab tests

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References

Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 800-801.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 287-89.
National Health Service. Clarithromycin. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Clarithromycin [Drug Label]. North Chicago, IL: Abbott Laboratories; 2012. [Accessed 06 Apr. 2024] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Acnesol CL Lotion

Once A Day

100%

What are you using Acnesol CL Lotion for?

Bacterial infections

50%

Bacterial skin infections

50%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Acnesol CL Lotion?

Skin irritation

100%

How do you take Acnesol CL Lotion?

With or without food

100%

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Name: Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: 101, Pragati Chambers, Commercial Complex, Ranjit Nagar, New Delhi-110008

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Acnesol CL Lotion

Benefits of Acnesol CL Lotion

Side effects of Acnesol CL Lotion

How to use Acnesol CL Lotion

How Acnesol CL Lotion works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Estradiol (Oral Route)

Estrogen (Oral Route)

Estradiol (Injection Route)

Estradiol (Skin Route)

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

How to use Acnesol CL Lotion for treating acne?

What precautions are to be taken while using Acnesol CL Lotion?

How long does it take for Acnesol CL Lotion to show its effect?

When should I call my doctor right away?

Can I use Acnesol CL Lotion with any other face cream or moisturizer?

What happens if I miss a dose of Acnesol CL Lotion?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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