Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Applygen Forte Soft Gelatin Vaginal Suppository can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Applygen Forte Soft Gelatin Vaginal Suppository works in acne. It is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by Propionibacterium acnes and Cutibacterium acnes.  The topical preparation of Applygen Forte Soft Gelatin Vaginal Suppository has to be applied a thin layer on the affected area once daily or as advised by your doctor.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, oral Applygen Forte Soft Gelatin Vaginal Suppository can be taken with ibuprofen. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, in a few cases oral Applygen Forte Soft Gelatin Vaginal Suppository may cause abdominal pain. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of abdominal pain is unknown. If you are experiencing abdominal pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol.

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Applygen Forte Soft Gelatin Vaginal Suppository is not a steroid. It contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamides. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.