Syni 0.025% Gel
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Syncom Formulations I Limited |
| Active Ingredient | Erythromycin (0.025%) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Macrolides |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Macrolides |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 525 |
FAQ
How should Syni 0.025% be stored?
Store it in a cool dry place below 25 degrees centigrade. Some of the preparations may contain alcohol, which are flammable, and therefore should be kept away from high temperatures.
What if I forget to apply Syni 0.025%?
Try not to forget to use Syni 0.025%, as missing an application will slow down the healing process. However, if you have missed an application, use Syni 0.025% as soon as you remember, but a gap of about three hours is required before you use it again.
What precautions need to be followed while applying Syni 0.025%?
Syni 0.025% should be applied cautiously. It should not come into contact with the eyes, lips, or the lining of the mouth or nose. Do not apply to broken skin. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Be careful not to use cosmetic products containing alcohol, irritant, or medicated soaps, as these may cause irritation or drying effects.
What is Syni 0.025% used for?
Syni 0.025% is used for treatment of acne vulgaris also known as pimples or spots. It is used to reduce the growth of bacteria which cause acne. It can also be used to treat skin infections.
How should Syni 0.025% be applied?
Syni 0.025% should be applied twice daily. It should be applied to a dry, clean face to lessen the possibility of irritation. Spread it gently and uniformly in a thin layer but you need not rub it in.
How long does it take for Syni 0.025% to work for acne?
Successful treatment of acne may take several weeks or even months. The normal treatment time is 10 to 12 weeks. Consult your doctor, if you do not see improvement at the end of the prescribed course of treatment.
If Syni 0.025% does not help me with acne, can I use clindamycin?
If you have already used Syni 0.025%, antibiotics of the same class (macrolides), clindamycin and lincomycin may also not work. This could be because of drug resistance. In this, the bacteria gets modified in your body and medicines may not be able to treat the new modified form.
What if you forget to take Syni Gel?
If you miss a dose of Syni 0.025%, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Syni 0.025% Gel Reviews
Syni 0.025% is an antibiotic used to treat acne (pimples) and some bacterial skin infections. It helps to reduce the number of pimples. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms.
Syni 0.025% is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at a fixed time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
This medicine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects such as peeling of the skin, redness, dry skin, irritation, itching, stinging, and burning sensation. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve.
Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas. Before using it, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
Syni 0.025% is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at a fixed time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
This medicine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects such as peeling of the skin, redness, dry skin, irritation, itching, stinging, and burning sensation. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve.
Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas. Before using it, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
How Syni 0.025% Gel Works
Syni 0.025% is an antibiotic which stops the growth of acne-causing bacteria on the skin. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by these bacteria to carry out vital functions.
How to Use Syni 0.025% Gel
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.
Benefits of Syni 0.025% Gel
- In Acne: Syni 0.025% treats acne, commonly called pimples. It kills the acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep using it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start using it, the less likely you are to get scars. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne free. It should not be used if you have eczema or sunburned skin.
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Syni 0.025% is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs and skin. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Uses of Syni 0.025% Gel
- Acne
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
Syni 0.025% Gel Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Syni 0.025% is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Syni 0.025% is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Quick Tips
- You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
- Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
- It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Syni 0.025% and consult your doctor.
- Apply it as a thin layer on to clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by acne.
- Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Syni 0.025%.
- You have been prescribed Syni 0.025% for the treatment of severe acne.
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