Actinac

What is it?

An antibacterial steroid (corticosteroid) preparation with skin softening properties, available as a powder with solvent to be made up as a lotion. Contains the broad spectrum antibiotic chloramphenicol (4%), hydrocortisone acetate (4%) and Also, sulphur precipitate, allantoin and butoxyethyl nicotinate.

Medical Uses

Acne.

Dosage

Apply to affected skin morning and night for 4 days then at night only for up to 3 weeks, continuing for 3 days after spots have disappeared.

Special Care

Pregnant women, avoid contact with jewellery.

Known Side Effects

Possible erythema, which may be severe.

Manufacturer

Peckforton.