Abenz Gel is an anti-bacterial medicine that helps treat acne. Acne appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest, or back. This medicine works by killing acne-causing bacteria.Abenz Gel may be used alone or with other acne treatments. You should use it as advised by your doctor. Follow the instructions provided in the product leaflet to get the most out of this medicine. Wash and dry the affected area before medicine application. It is usually used once or twice a day. Do 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, keep using it as advised. Consult your doctor after a month of regular use of this medicine, if your condition is not improving.Abenz Gel has some common side effects including itching, stinging, peeling, and redness of the skin. They are not usually serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. You may need to apply a smaller amount or use it less often. This medicine can make you more sensitive to sunlight. While using it, try to avoid exposure to too much sunlight. If this is unavoidable, apply the medicine in the evening. It can also bleach hair and fabrics including clothes so be careful to avoid contact with these.It is a safe medicine, but you should tell your doctor if you have other skin conditions and if you are using any other medicines, especially those applied to the skin. It may not be suitable if you have very sensitive skin. Ask your doctor about using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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.

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.

'- Alcohol : None

No interaction found/established

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Abenz 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

Abenz 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 : None

No interaction found/established

- Kidney : None

No interaction found/established

- Liver : None

No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Abenz Gel, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

tube of 20 gm Gel

Chemical Class :: Peroxide Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: DERMA
Action Class :: Keratoplastic and keratolytic agents

Treatment of Acne

Store below 30?C

Q. How should Abenz Gel be applied?::: You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Abenz Gel cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. After applying, wash your hands thoroughly with water.| Q. Should Abenz Gel be left on overnight?::: At the beginning of the treatment, Abenz Gel is usually used once daily in the evening. The area is not washed off after application of Abenz Gel, so it can be left overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.| Q. What should prompt me to discontinue Abenz Gel?::: You should discontinue Abenz Gel and consult your doctor if you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation. | Q. What precautions should be followed while applying Abenz Gel?::: Use Abenz Gel only on your skin. Keep it away from areas like your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Abenz Gel on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Abenz Gel on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. Abenz Gel can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Abenz Gel. Avoid contact with hair as Abenz Gel has bleaching properties. It can even bleach dyed or colored fabric, furniture or carpeting.| Q. How often should I apply Abenz Gel?::: The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening).| Q. How long does Abenz Gel take to show its effects?::: You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for longer to see the full benefits. This is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.| Q. Do you apply moisturizer before or after Abenz Gel?::: You may apply moisturizer an hour after applying Abenz Gel. Consult your doctor in case of any doubt or concern.

Dry skin
Erythema (skin redness)
Burning sensation
Itching
Skin peeling
Stinging sensation