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Patient leaflet - RESIDERM 1% GEL

Residerm

Clindamycin Phosphate

© CRAWFORD

PHARMACEUTICALS

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine.

> Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.

> If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

> This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.

> If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist

In this leaflet:

  • 1. What Residerm is and what it is used for.

  • 2. Before you use Residerm.

  • 3. How to use Residerm.

  • 4. Possible side effects.

  • 5. How to store Residerm.

  • 6. Further information.

1. what residerm is and what it is used for

2. before you use residermdo not use residerm> if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance clindamycin phosphate or any of the other ingredients (see section 6).

3. how to use residerm

Residerm must not be taken by mouth. It is for use on the skin only.

Always use Residerm as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

> You should use Residerm once a day. Wash as normal, rinse well and pat your skin dry. Apply a small amount of gel in a thin layer to the whole of the area where you usually get the spots.

  • > It is important to replace the cap after you have used Residerm.

Do not

  • > apply Residerm to areas where you do not usually get spots.

  • > use Residerm in an attempt to stop you getting acne, it does not work that way.

  • > just dab Residerm onto individual spots.

  • > apply a thick layer of Residerm in any particular area as this will not get rid of the spots any quicker.

  • > cover Residerm with dressings (e.g. bandages or plasters) as this may increase the chance of irritation.

Take care to avoid your eyes, inside your nose or mouth when applying Residerm. If you accidentally put gel on these areas, wash them straight away with plenty of water.

Successful treatment of acne can take several months. You may not see any effect of treatment for several weeks. After that you should note a gradual but definite improvement but maximum benefit may take several months. Your doctor will normally arrange a check up after 6 to 8 weeks of treatment. Residerm should be used for a maximum of 12 weeks. You may need to use more than one tube of Residerm during each course of treatment. Use Residerm for as long as your doctor tells you. Try not to pick or squeeze spots as this can make your acne worse and even lead to scarring.

If you use more Residerm than you should You do not need to worry, just wash your treated skin with plenty of water. Contact your doctor or your local hospital if you are worried. If you forget to use Residerm Use it as soon as you remember and then continue to use as your doctor has told you. Do not apply a double dose to make up for a forgotten application.

If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. possible side effects

Like all medicines, Residerm can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common (affecting fewer than 1 in 10 but more than 1 in 100) Dry skin

Redness of the skin

Skin burning

Irritation around eyes Worsening of acne Itchy skin

Uncommon (affecting fewer than 1 in 100 but more than 1 in 1,000)

Painful skin

Scaly rash

You can relieve these unwanted effects by using an oil free moisturiser on the affected area.

When clindamycin (the active ingredient in Residerm) is given by mouth or injection it has been know to cause inflammation of the bowel, leading to diarrhoea with blood and mucus. This reaction is extremely rare when clindamycin is applied on the skin. However, if you get diarrhoea with blood and mucus, stop using Residerm and contact your doctor immediately. If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

5. how to store residerm

Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Residerm does not require any special storage conditions.

Do not use Residerm after the expiry date which is stated on the tube and box after the abbreviation used for expiry date. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.

  • 6. Further information

    What Residerm contains

    The name of your medicine is Residerm 1% Gel.

What Residerm looks like and contents of the pack

Residerm is a white translucent gel.

Residerm is available in 30g laminate tubes with a seal covering the opening and a screw cap.

Marketing Authorisation Holder

Crawford Healthcare Ltd, King Edward Court, King Edward Road, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 0BE, UK.

Manufacturer

Dr. August Wolff GmbH & Co. KG Arznei-mittel, SudbrackstraBe 56, 33611 Bielefeld, Germany.

Date of approval of this leaflet:

December 2013

PI Residerm1 GB.indd 2

13.10.2010 13:32:48 Uhr

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