What is Treclin Gel?
Treclin gel is widely used to clear acne on the face. Two ingredients are used: an antibiotic called clindamycin and a retinoid called tretinoin. This combination of both medicines efficiently reduces spots, redness and inflammation.
Description
What is Treclin?
Treclin is a topical antibiotic treatment used to reduce the appearance of acne breakouts.
How does it work?
Treclin contains the active ingredients clindamycin and tretinoin. Clindamycin limits the growth of the bacteria reducing acne and inflammation, while tretinoin normalizes the growth of the superficial skin cells to unclog hair follicles in areas of acne.
Is Treclin suitable for me?
If you're experiencing acne and are aged 12 years or over, this product may be suitable for you.
Dosage
Commonly Used Dosage Guidelines for Treclin Gel.
Apply a pea-sized amount of Treclin gel once daily at bedtime.
- Wash your face gently with mild soap and warm water and pat your skin dry with a towel.
- Squeeze a pea-sized amount of gel onto the fingertip.
- Dab the gel on your forehead, chin, nose and both cheeks, and then gently spread it evenly over your whole face.
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Do not use more than the amount that has been suggested by your doctor, or apply the product more frequently
than instructed. Too much medication may
Side Effects
All medications can cause potential side effects, below we have listed some potential side effects, however, these do not always occur.
- Acne,
- Dry skin,
- Redness of the skin,
- Increased sebum production,
- Photosensitivity reaction,
- Itching,
- Rash,
- Scaly rash,
- Scaling of the skin,
- Sunburn
- Application site reactions such as burning, inflamed skin, dryness, redness of the skin
Treclin Gel Patient Leaflet
To read the Treclin Gel Patient Leaflet, click here.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this blog post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Welzo does not endorse or sell the medication discussed, nor do we recommend using this information as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your health or medical treatment. Welzo assumes no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided in this blog.