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Glocin Gel Benefits & Uses

Glocin Gel is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Glocin Gel Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice

Glocin Gel Related Warnings

Is the use of Glocin Gel safe for pregnant women?

Glocin Gel is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Glocin Gel safe during breastfeeding?

Glocin Gel does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Glocin Gel on the Kidneys?

Glocin Gel may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Glocin Gel on the Liver?

Glocin Gel has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Glocin Gel on the Heart?

Side effects of Glocin Gel rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Glocin Gel with Other Drugs

Glocin Gel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Codeine

Amiodarone

Paracetamol,Codeine

Erythromycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Metformin

Acarbose

Miglitol

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Glimepiride

Insulin Aspart

Glocin Gel Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glocin Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases
Peptic Ulcer
Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Gout
High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood

Frequently asked Questions about Glocin Gel

Is this Glocin Gel habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Glocin Gel.

Glocin Gel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glocin Gel

Taking Glocin Gel with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glocin Gel

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Glocin Gel with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Glocin Gel

Question over 5 years ago

Is Glocin Gel safe to use?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Glocin Gel is safe to use, if it is used in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as metallic taste, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Glocin Gel without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Glocin Gel is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Glocin Gel without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Glocin Gel work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Glocin Gel is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria which are essential for it. The absence of these vital proteins results in stunned bacterial cell growth due to which bacteria become vulnerable and dies. Glocin Gel is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Prevotella melaninogenica, and lostridium perfringens.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Glocin Gel treat strep?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Glocin Gel can treat strep. It is used in the treatment of strep throat (pharyngitis) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Since it is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take this drug by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Glocin Gel if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Glocin Gel can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use a patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Glocin Gel as well or not.