- Topical antibiotic lotion for acne
- Contains clindamycin phosphate
- Always read the patient information leaflet before use
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Dalacin T Lotion is a topical antibiotic used to treat acne, a common skin condition affecting anyone, primarily people aged between 12 and 25.
A topical antibiotic like this product can be a suitable alternative for acne sufferers who don’t wish to take an oral antibiotic.
How Dalacin T Lotion works
Dalacin T Lotion contains the antibiotic clindamycin, which works by stopping the bacteria that cause acne from multiplying.
Directions
Always use Dalacin T Lotion exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you.
Use this lotion twice a day.
Shake the bottle before use, then wash the affected area of your skin. Apply a thin layer of lotion and gently rub it into your skin. You can use a cotton pad or your fingers, whichever you prefer.
If your acne does start to get better, you shouldn’t stop using Dalacin T as soon as this happens. Speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist about how to end your treatment correctly.
Side effects
Like all medicines, Dalacin T Lotion may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects may include:
- Skin irritation
- Hives
- Dry skin
- Seborrhoea, which is a disease of the sebaceous glands that results in an oily coating, crusts, or scales on the skin
If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.
Stop using this medicine straight away and seek medical advice immediately if you develop severe, persistent, or bloody diarrhoea, which may be associated with pain or a fever.
Warnings
Dalacin T Lotion may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if you have a history of inflammatory bowel disease or antibiotic-associated colitis.
Although this is a topical treatment, it can still cause worsening of IBD or trigger antibiotic-associated colitis by absorption through the skin.
Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if you have diarrhoea or usually get it after taking antibiotics.
Using/taking other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before using this product.
Do not use this product if you use skin treatments containing benzoyl peroxide.
Age restrictions
Unfortunately, we cannot prescribe this product from our clinic to anyone under 18.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
This product should not be used during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before using any new medicine.
Storage information
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before using this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after using this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before using this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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What is acne?
Acne is a skin condition that can happen to anyone but is especially common in children and young adults.
Acne happens when the glands in the surface of your skin start to produce too much of an oil named sebum, which can clog your follicles, causing spots, whiteheads, blackheads, and more.
It’s caused by hormonal changes, like those that happen during puberty, pregnancy, or throughout your period.
When you have acne, your skin will produce too much oil or sebum, which then clogs your pores and causes breakouts.
When combined with this excess oil, the bacteria that live on your skin can get aggravated, causing redness and inflammation alongside the spots and this whole combination can be sore and irritating.
Acne can be mild, causing just a few spots and blackheads, but can range all the way to severe acne, which can cause large, painful papules, cysts, and nodules on top of everything else.
Although people think acne is all about breakouts of spots, there are a couple of other symptoms you may experience when you have acne, including oily skin, or skin that’s sore or hot to touch.
Acne usually appears on your face, chest, or back, and it can be tempting to squeeze the spots that appear there, but you should resist the temptation and use an acne treatment to help you manage your condition effectively and avoid scarring.
What causes acne?
Acne can be caused by a variety of reasons, but the most common cause is a change in hormone levels.
This is why acne is most common in teenagers, during pregnancy, and at different times during your menstrual cycle.
Hormonal changes can cause the glands next to hair follicles to produce more oil (sebum) than normal, which can change the activity of a normally harmless bacterium to become aggressive and cause inflammation and pus.
Acne can cause different types of spots to develop on the face, back and chest including:
- Blackheads: bumps that are small and black or yellowish in colour
- Whiteheads: similar to blackheads, but may be firmer and won’t be empty when squeezed
- Papules: small red bumps that may feel tender or sore
- Pustules: similar to papules, but with a white tip in the centre that is caused by a build-up of pus
- Nodules: large hard lumps that can be painful
- Cysts: large pus-filled lumps that look similar to boils and carry the greatest risk of causing permanent scarring
Do I need a prescription for this medication?
You do need a prescription for this medication in the UK.
Our healthcare professionals can provide prescriptions if they think this treatment would be right for you and your condition.
When you click the button which reads “Start Consultation” at the top of this page, you’ll see a short questionnaire set up by our healthcare team which is designed to help them understand your medical needs.
Just like an in-person consultation with your GP, our doctors will assess your answers to their questions and write a prescription for the treatment they think will be best for you.
You’ll then be able to pay for your medication and we’ll send it out to you quickly and in discreet packaging.
