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Nilac Benefits & Uses

Nilac 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

Nilac 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

Nilac Related Warnings

Is the use of Nilac safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Nilac without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Nilac safe during breastfeeding?

Nilac is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Nilac on the Kidneys?

Nilac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nilac on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Nilac on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Nilac on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Nilac on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Nilac with Other Drugs

Nilac 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

Nilac Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nilac 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 Nilac

Is this Nilac habit forming or addictive?

Nilac does not cause addiction.

Nilac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nilac

It is safe to take Nilac with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nilac

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Nilac.

Frequently asked Questions about Nilac

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Nilac?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Take Nilac as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take or use this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Nilac without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Nilac cause hair loss?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Nilac does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Nilac is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Nilac a steroid?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Nilac 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Nilac with ibuprofen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, oral Nilac 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.