Cliface Gel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cliface Gel Information

Cliface Gel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Gel. The alternative uses of Cliface Gel have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cliface Gel. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cliface Gel have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cliface Gel go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Cliface Gel has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cliface Gel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cliface Gel related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Cliface Gel since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cliface Gel are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Cliface Gel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cliface Gel is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Cliface Benefits & Uses
Cliface Dosage & How to Take
Cliface Side Effects
Cliface Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cliface with Other Drugs
Cliface Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cliface
Cliface Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cliface Gel Benefits & Uses

Cliface 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

Cliface 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

Cliface Gel Related Warnings

Is the use of Cliface Gel safe for pregnant women?

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

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cliface.
What is the effect of Cliface Gel on the Kidneys?

Cliface rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cliface Gel on the Liver?

Cliface may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cliface Gel on the Heart?

Cliface has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Cliface Gel with Other Drugs

Cliface 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

Cliface Gel Contraindications

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

Is this Cliface Gel habit forming or addictive?

Cliface Gel is not addictive in nature.

Cliface Gel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cliface Gel

Taking Cliface Gel with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cliface Gel

Information about the interaction of Cliface Gel and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Cliface Gel

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cliface if i am allergic to penicillin?

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

Yes, Cliface 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 Cliface as well or not.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cliface cause hair loss?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Cliface 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 Cliface is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cliface cause abdominal pain?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, in a few cases oral Cliface 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cliface contain penicillin?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Cliface does not contains penicillin. It contains clindamycin which is a macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamide and it has a broad spectrum activity against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria that are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cliface cause dry skin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, a topical preparation of Cliface may cause dry skin in few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use moisturizer and other preventive cure to relieve dryness of skin.