Spotex Gel

Generic name:erythromycin
Dosage form: gel
Drug classes:Topical acne agents, Topical antibiotics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 1, 2021.

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Composition

Each 1 g contains: Erythromycin base 40 mg.
Excipients: Ethanol 99.9%, Hydroxypropyl cellulose, Butylated hydroxytoluene.

Properties

Erythromycin which belongs to a class of chemicals called macrolide antibiotics; exerts its antibacterial action by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible bacteria and suppressing protein synthesis. Erythromycin is usually bacteriostatic but may be bactericidal in high concentrations or against highly susceptible organisms.

Indications

Spotex is indicated for the treatment of Acne Vulgaris, Acne appears as blackheads and whiteheads which people often refer to as pimples or spots. Spotex attacks the bacteria that are one of the main causes of acne. The name of these bacteria is Propionibacterium acnes

Contraindications

Spotex is contraindicated if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Erythromycin or any of the other ingredients of Spotex.
An allergic reaction may include a rash or itching.

Precautions

If you use Spotex on your face don t get it in your eyes, nose/nostrils, mouth, or on your lips. If you do, wash the area with large amount of warm water. And do not use Spotex on areas where you have cuts or scrapes.
Excessive exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet rays ( sun lamps) should be avoided during treatment with Spotex because the additional irradiation may lead to a more intense action.
If sunburn occurs, it is advisable to interrupt therapy until the severe erythema and peeling subside. Patients whose occupations require considerabl