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Deriva-Cms Gel

Manufacturer :  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Adapalene, Clindamycin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Deriva-Cms Gel

Deriva CMS Gel is a combination of two drugs, Adapalene and Clindamycin, primarily used to treat acne vulgaris. These drugs belong to a class of drugs called retinoids and lincosamide (an antibacterial) respectively.

Deriva CMS Gel works by decreasing the formation of blackheads and helps to renew skin faster. It also kills the microorganism responsible for causing acne. It also helps to heal pimples, whiteheads and blackheads on the skin by reducing skin inflammation and swelling.

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Deriva-Cms Gel, it is not be used. If you suffer from sunburn or eczema, its usage is not advised as well. Alert your doctor if you are allergic to Vitamin A drugs and other retinoid drugs such as isotretinoin.

The medicament is only meant for external use, and should not be applied to abrasions, cuts or sunburned skin. Avoid contact with eyes as it may cause redness and irritation. Deriva-Cms Gel may cause your skin to become sunburned easily, so it is advisable to limit your time in the sun.

This medicament may cause some burning and stinging earlier on. Peeling, redness, scaling and dryness of skin may be seen too. Find medical attention immediately if you experience rashes, difficulty in breathing and swelling of face and lips.

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    What are the uses of Deriva-Cms Gel

    • Acne

    What are the contraindications of Deriva-Cms Gel ?

    What are the side effects of Deriva-Cms Gel ?

    Key highlights of Deriva-Cms Gel

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before using this medication.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women should consult doctor before using Deriva-Cms Gel.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Breastfeeding women should consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Deriva-Cms Gel ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Deriva-Cms Gel , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    How does this medication work?

    Deriva CMS Gel is a combination of Adapalene and Clindamycin, thus it works following a dual mechanism. Firstly, it works by mechanistically combining with certain retinoic acid nuclear receptors as well as retinoid X receptors. It does not combine with cytosolic receptor protein, however. The exact working nature of this medicine is not known. Secondly, it works by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome thus inhibits the protein synthesis in the bacteria and stops the growth of the bacteria. Thus it inhibits the bacterial growth responsible for causing acne.

      What are the interactions of Deriva-Cms Gel ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        This medication interacts with Salicylic Acid, Neuromuscular blockers, Isotretinoin.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication interacts with eczema, sunburn.

      FAQs about Deriva-Cms Gel

      • Ques : What is Deriva CMS Gel?

        Ans : This medication is a combination of Adapalene and Clindamycin. These two drugs belong to the class named retinoid and lincosamide respectively. This medicament is primarily prescribed to treat acne (Nodulocystic or Resistant acne).

      • Ques : What Deriva CMS Gel is used for?

        Ans : This medicament is used for treating acne

      • Ques : How long does Deriva CMS Gel take to work?

        Ans : It has been seen that people using Deriva-Cms Gel have achieved the desired result in an average duration of 2 to 3 days. About 50% consumer has got the result in more than 2 days and 20% of the rest patients have got it under 2 days of administering this medication. In severe cases, the dosage of this medicine should be taken as per doctors recommendation.

      • Ques : What is the storage condition for Deriva-Cms Gel?

        Ans : Deriva Cms gel should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Deriva-Cms Gel?

        Ans : Deriva Cms Gel is advised to use twice a day and regularly for better results. Patients can consult to the doctor for proper dosage and frequency of this medication.

      • Ques : Can Deriva CMS Gel be used for acne and pimples?

        Ans : Yes, Deriva Cms Gel is used for acne and pimples.

      References

      • Adapalene- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/adapalene

      • ADAPALENE- adapalene gel- Daily Med [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=aacd5ec4-e2fa-460e-aaae-a0aba5c052e5

      • Clindamycin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/clindamycin

      • Important information about Clindamycin- Drugs Bank [Internet]. drugsbanks.com. 2017 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.drugsbanks.com/important-information-about-clindamycin/

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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