Topical antibacterials for acne (Formulary)

TAM (Treatments and Medicines) NHS Highland
NHS Highland

Refer to guidelines and notes on Management of acne and National Patient Pathways.

ZINERYT®

Therapy notes

Formulation and dosage details

Formulation:

Topical solution (erythromycin 40mg, zinc acetate 12mg/mL on reconstitution) 

Dosage:

Apply twice daily.

CLINDAMYCIN

Therapy notes

Formulation and dosage details

Formulation:

Topical solution 1% (in aqueous alcoholic base) (under specialist advice)

Dosage:

Acneform rash associated with cancer chemotherapy off-label: apply thinly once daily.

Formulation and dosage details

Formulation:

Gel 1% (contains propylene glycol) (under specialist advice)

Dosage:

Acneform rash associated with cancer chemotherapy off-label: apply thinly once daily.

Editorial Information

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