Biacna

Clindamycin – tretinoin topical should be applied once daily (preferably at bedtime) to lightly cover the areas being treated. Your doctor may suggest that you apply Biacna every other day for the first few weeks of treatment. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying the medication.

To apply Biacna, thoroughly clean your face with a mild soap and water and pat dry with a soft towel. Apply a pea-sized amount of gel on your fingertip and dot it on your chin, cheeks, forehead, and nose. Gently rub it in. Use only enough medication to cover the affected areas lightly. Avoid contact with the eyes, corners of the nose and mouth, or any open sores. When you are finished, wash your hands with soap and water.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to use Biacna exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Biacna at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some adverse effects, notably: it may make your skin more sensitive to UV rays (e.g., sunlight, tanning lamps) - avoid exposure to UV rays as much as possible and protect yourself when out in the sun; it can cause dryness of the skin; it may cause local irritation. Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing adverse effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

Each gram of aqueous based gel contains 10 mg of clindamycin as clindamycin phosphate and 0.25 mg of tretinoin. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylated hydroxytoluene NF, carbomer 981 NF, citric acid USP, edetate disodium USP, glycerin USP, methylparaben NF, polysorbate 80 NF, propylparaben NF, purified water USP, and tromethamine USP.

Do not use Biacna if you:

• are allergic to clindamycin, lincomycin, tretinoin, or any ingredients of Biacna
• have a history of colitis associated with antibiotic use
• have a history of Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, or inflammation of the small intestine

There may be an interaction between clindamycin - tretinoin and any of the following:

• erythromycin
• other topical medications to treat acne
• Porfimer

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Biacna. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Biacna.

Application: Avoid contact with the eyes, eyelids, corners of the nose and mouth, easily irritated areas, or other areas where treatment is not intended. If contact does occur, wash with plenty of lukewarm water. Do not apply clindamycin - tretinoin to severely inflamed skin or to open lesions. Do not use more of Biacna than recommended by your doctor. Doing so will not speed up treatment and will irritate your skin.

Colitis: When applied to the skin, clindamycin is absorbed into the bloodstream and can cause colitis (inflammation of the colon). Contact your doctor immediately if you experience abdominal pain, cramps or bloating, severe watery diarrhea that may be bloody, or nausea and vomiting.

Other acne medications: Other acne medications and skin preparations should not be used at the same time as clindamycin - tretinoin, as it may cause increased skin irritation. If severe irritation occurs, stop using Biacna and contact your doctor.

Overgrowth of organisms (super-infection): Prolonged or repeated use of Biacna may allow certain types of bacteria, that are not killed by the antibiotic, to overgrow, causing unwanted infections. Bacteria that used to be susceptible to clindamycin may also overgrow, causing acne to return and not respond to Biacna. Contact your doctor if you notice your acne worsening or you develop red or irritated patches after you have been using Biacna for a while.

Skin irritation: Some people may experience temporary skin irritation, especially in early weeks of treatment. If excessive reactions occur and the skin becomes extremely red, swollen, and crusted, the medication should be stopped and you should contact your doctor.

Sunlight exposure: Exposure to sunlight, including ultraviolet sunlamps, may cause more irritation. Avoid or minimize this type of exposure while using tretinoin. If you cannot avoid exposure to sunlight, use sunscreen products (minimum SPF 30) and wear protective clothing over treated areas. If you get a sunburn, stop using Biacna until skin redness and peeling resolves.

Pregnancy: Biacna is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Women who may become pregnant should use an effective method of birth control while they are using Biacna. If you become pregnant while taking Biacna, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if clindamycin - tretinoin passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Biacna, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Biacna have not been established for children less than 12 years of age.

This medication is to be applied on the skin. To use: Clean the affected area. Apply small amount of the product and limit the application to the affected area. Wash your hands after applying the medication. Do not let this product come in contact with your eyes or lips. Do not apply it on skin that has been cut or scratched. This medication is typically used only once a day. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Apply it regularly and continuously to maintain its beneficial effect. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, simply skip it and then apply the next dose at the regularly scheduled time. Do not double the next dose to catch up.