Aklief Cream is a medicine used in the treatment of acne. It works by decreasing the swelling and inflammation caused by acne. This way it reduces the severity of pimples and speeds up the healing process.
Aklief Cream is for external use only. Read the instructions and use it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Use it only on the affected areas and do not apply on healthy skin. Clean and dry the affected area before applying the medicine. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after application. Use it regularly to get the maximum benefits. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Common side effects of this medicine include irritation and itching at the site of application and sunburn. These are usually temporary and usually resolve with time. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact of the cream or ointment with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
Avoid sun exposure and cover the treated areas with clothing or use a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding to make sure it is safe for you.
Aklief Cream helps treat acne (commonly called pimples) by reducing inflammation and targeting other important factors that cause acne. It may take a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep using it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start using it, the less likely you are to get scars. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne free.
Side effects of Aklief Cream
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 Aklief
Application site irritation
Application site itching
Sunburn
How to use Aklief Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Aklief Cream works
Aklief Cream works by specifically targeting the retinoic acid receptor gamma (RAR-γ) receptor present in the skin, to reduce inflammation and target other important factors that cause acne. The exact process by which Aklief Cream mitigates acne is unknown.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aklief Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aklief Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Aklief Cream?
If you miss a dose of Aklief Cream, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Aklief Cream is applied on the skin to treat acne.
Avoid using Aklief Cream on skin areas with cuts, abrasions, eczema, or on sunburned skin.
Apply a thin layer of Aklief Cream over the affected areas one time each day, in the evening or as recommended by your doctor.
Minimize exposure to sunlight.
Avoid the use of “waxing” as a hair removal method on skin treated with Aklief Cream.
Breastfeeding women should not apply Aklief Cream to the nipple and areola to avoid contact with your baby.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
Please suggest better treatment for acne and piles
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
For acne-use Nadoxin gel at night over acne For piles-pls visit near general surgeon
hello ma, im suffering from severe acne im under medication from last two months, im taking resoten capsules and aapplying tretinoin cream at night, but still my acne are comming vigorously what will i do please tell
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References
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