Actinac lotion

How does it work?

This lotion contains five active ingredients, chloramphenicol, hydrocortisone acetate, allantoin, butoxyethyl nicotinate and precipitated sulphur. Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide range of bacteria. It is commonly included in topical preparations. Hydrocortisone belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids. These act inside the cells to decrease the release of certain chemicals that are important in the immune system. By decreasing the release of these chemicals in a particular area, itch and inflammation are reduced. There is a range of potencies of topical corticosteroids. Hydrocortisone is classed as a mild corticosteroid. It is used in the treatment of a wide variety of inflammatory skin diseases such as eczemas. The more potent the corticosteroid, the greater the likelihood of side effects. Allantoin, butoxyethyl nicotinate and precipitated sulphur also suppress inflammation, dry the skin and consequently reduce the risk of scarring. Butoxyethyl nicotinate also acts a local vasodilator, producing a feeling of warmth. This preparation comes as a pale yellow dry powder together with a solvent for preparation of a lotion.

What is it used for?

Acne

Warning!

Avoid contact with eyes or mouth.

Use with caution in

No known conditions

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

This medicine should be used with caution during pregnancy, and only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the foetus. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

There is no information available regarding the safety of this medicine during breastfeeding. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Label warnings

This medication is to be spread thinly and sparingly on the skin.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Feeling of warmth

Flushing of the skin due to widening of the small blood vessels (erythema)

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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