WHAT IS A CN?

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A CN contains combination of drugs called Clindamycin and Nicotinamide

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WHAT A CN IS USED FOR?

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It is used to treat

nMild to moderate acne (spots)
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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

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TALK TO DOCTOR

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Talk to your doctor before using A CN, if you:

nAre allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance Clindamycin phosphate, Nicotinamide or any of the other ingredients
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PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

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If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or planning to have baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine

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CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS

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A CN should not be used by children under the age of 12 years

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DRIVING & USING MACHINES

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A CN does not affect the ability to drive or opertaing machines

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INTERACTIONS:

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Tell your healthcare provider if you are using any other topical preparations such as cream, ointment, gel

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DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

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Always apply this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
nIt is intended for use on the skin
nYou should use A CN once a day. Wash as normal, rinse well and pat your skin dry
nApply a small amount of medicine in a thin layer to the whole of the area where you usually get the spots
nIt is important to replace the cap after you have used A CN

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If you use more A CN

nIf you use too much A CN, just wash your treated skin with plenty of water. Contact your doctor or your local hospital
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nIf you forget to use A CN
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nUse it as soon as you remember and then continue to use as your doctor has told you
nDo not apply a double dose to make up for a forgotten application
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nIf you stop using A CN
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nDo not stop taking A CN unless your doctor tells you to
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SIDE EFFECTS OF A CN:

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COMMON

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Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

nClindamycin:
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n• Dry skin
n• Redness of the skin
n• Skin burning or itchy skin
n• Irritation around eyes
n• Worsening of acne
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nNicotinamide:
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n• Very occasionally, allergic reactions such as itching (pruritus), redness (erythema), swelling or burning sensations can occur
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STORAGE:

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Keep out of reach of children
nStore at room temperature (15-25°C)
nDo not use this medicine after the expiry date