Zinderm BN Gel is the combination medicine used in the treatment of acne. It reduces the oil production in the skin and helps to keep your pores open. It also kills the microorganisms that cause acne.
Zinderm BN Gel is for external use only. You should use it as advised by your doctor. The leaflet that comes with the product will also give instructions which you should read to get the most out of this medicine. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of gel once or twice a day. You should not apply it to damaged or broken skin and avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, and nose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve and several months to get maximum benefit, consult your doctor after a month of regular use of this medicine if your condition is not improving.
It has some common side effects including itching, stinging, peeling and redness of the skin. They are not usually serious but, if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. You may need to apply smaller amounts or use it less often. This medicine can make you more sensitive to sunlight. While using it you should try to avoid exposure to too much sunlight.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine for the infection. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Zinderm BN Gel is an anti-acne medicine that is used to treat and control acne (pimples). It reduces excess oil production in the skin and dissolves dead cells that clog your pores. This helps prevent further acne breakouts. Zinderm BN Gel usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep using it even if it appears not to be working. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as acne reduces.
Side effects of Zinderm BN Gel
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 Zinderm BN
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Zinderm BN Gel
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 gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Zinderm BN Gel works
Zinderm BN Gel is a combination of two medicines: Nadifloxacin and Benzoyl Peroxide which treat pimples (acne). Nadifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Benzoyl Peroxide is a keratolytic medicine which penetrates into the skin and kills acne-causing bacteria. It additionally reduces oil production in the skin, replenishes the skin and helps keep your pores open.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zinderm BN Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zinderm BN Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Zinderm BN Gel?
If you miss a dose of Zinderm BN Gel, apply 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
Zinderm BN Gel may take several weeks to show its action. Keep using it as suggested by your doctor.
Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Zinderm BN Gel.
Apply it as a thin layer onto clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by acne.
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.
It is advisable not to touch or scratch the infected area as it can worsen the situation.
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Patient concerns
I m getting much pimples on my face and having much big big spots and paru I m using emodel facewash and Zinderm bn gel but that too is not making it less
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
Face clin gel or clindAc gel for application over pimples . For spots apply photo screen depigment for application once weekly over spots or demelan cream for application once weekly over spots
Use zinderm bn gel - once daily in the evening for 5hrs maximum and wash off. . Continue for 6wks minimum. . Apply in small amount only over the pimples. . Dnt rub. . Wash off if there is irritation. Take proper sunprotection during the day
Use zinderm AN gel - once daily in the evening for 4-5hrs over the pimples and wash off Dnt rub Wash off immediately if there is irritation Continue for 6wks minimum Take proper sunprotection during day .
Use zinderm an gel - once daily in the evening for 4hrs maximum. . Continue for 6wks minimum. . Apply in small amount only over the pimples. . Dnt rub. . Wash off if there is irritation. . Take proper sunprotection during the day. .
There are so many small pimbles are there in my face suddenly dont know what the reason
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Use zinderm AN gel - once daily in the evening for 4-5hrs over the pimples and wash off Dnt rub Wash off immediately if there is irritation Continue for 6wks minimum Take proper sunprotection during dayUse a moisturiser if there is drying
I have pimple and white heads and dark spot problem I am using only patanjali alovera gel
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Use zinderm an gel - once daily in the evening for 4-5hrs maximum and wash off continue it for 6wks minimum. . Apply in small amount only over the pimples. . Dnt rub. . Wash off if there is irritation. . Take proper sunprotection during the day.
Hi PATIENT can use zinderm AN gel - daily in the evening for max 4hrs for 2monthsDnt rub jst massage gently initially kip it for 30mins for 3days of no burning or irritation increase by 30mins after every 3daysDnt kip more than 4hrs use a very small amount of the size of a pea
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References
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