Aknemycin Plus

Aknemycin Plus is a liquid that contains 2 medicines, an antibiotic and tretinoin. You can use Aknemycin Plus once or twice a day to treat acne.

The erythromycin (an antibiotic) and tretinoin (a retinoid) work together in Aknemycin Plus to:

• kill bacteria
• reduce oil production
• stop new acne spots, blackheads or whiteheads coming up

Aknemycin Plus works using 2 active ingredients to heal acne spots and prevent them from coming back. The 2 active ingredients are erythromycin and tretinoin.

Acne is caused by a buildup of oil, called sebum, on your skin. Bacteria can also cause acne as they feed off the sebum your skin produces. This mixture of bacteria and sebum leads to red spots, blackheads and whiteheads on your face.

The antibiotic erythromycin can kill bacteria that cause acne, such as Cutibacterium acnes. Erythromycin in Aknemycin Plus reduces the production of red, pus-filled pimples or pustules.

Tretinoin is a retinoid, or type of vitamin A, that helps even out the surface of your skin by encouraging dead skin cells to peel off. This is how tretinoin stops your pores from getting clogged up, so you get fewer acne spots.

You should not use Aknemycin Plus if:

• you’re allergic to the antibiotic erythromycin or any other ingredients in Aknemycin Plus
• you currently need to treat eczema or rosacea
• there are any cuts, sores or damaged skin on your face
• you have sunburn
• you use an exfoliator or other products that peel your skin
• you are or might be pregnant

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

You cannot use Aknemycin Plus if you’re pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant. Also, you should not use Aknemycin Plus if you’re breastfeeding, as the active ingredients may get into your breast milk. There are alternative treatments for acne that a doctor can recommend.

Women who are using this treatment should make sure they are using effective contraception if they are sexually active. Long acting reversible contraception such as the implant or coil are recommended. If using a contraceptive pill, condoms should also be used. This is because of risks to a baby if you become pregnant when using this.

Speak to a doctor or healthcare professional for advice on whether Aknemycin Plus is the right option for you to treat your acne.

Some temporary side effects when you use Aknemycin Plus include:

• your skin becoming sore
• dry skin
• red skin

You should stop using Aknemycin Plus and contact a doctor immediately if you get:

• a red, scaly rash
• blisters or bumps under your skin
• an allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing or face swelling

There are more details in the patient information leaflet inside your pack of Aknemycin Plus.

Broken or damaged skin

Do not use Aknemycin Plus on broken or damaged skin, as the alcohol in the liquid can cause irritation or burning.

Sunlight and UV light

Aknemycin Plus may increase your skin’s sensitivity to light (photosensitivity). You should wear high factor sunscreen, wear a hat and use sunglasses to protect your face if you go outside.

Your skin may become more irritated if you’re exposed to UV light, so you should not:

• spend a lot of time outside or sit next to a window in direct sunlight
• use sunbeds or sunlamps

Interactions with medicines and other products

Aknemycin Plus can interact with medicines and other skincare products. Please speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice before you use Aknemycin Plus, mainly if you use:

• creams, gels, tablets or other skincare products that contain vitamin A, retinoids, retinol, adapalene, tretinoin or isotretinoin
• other treatments for acne with benzoyl peroxide or similar peeling agents
• antibiotic treatments for acne such as clindamycin

Other acne treatments available on Asda Online Doctor include:

• Differin cream or Differin gel
• Epiduo gel
• Zineryt
• Epiduo gel and lymecycline capsules combination
• Differin gel and lymecycline capsules combination

Which active ingredients does Aknemycin Plus contain?

The active ingredients in Aknemycin Plus are erythromycin and tretinoin. In 1g of Aknemycin Plus solution, there is 40mg erythromycin and 0.25mg tretinoin.

The 3 other ingredients in Aknemycin Plus are ethanol, glycerol and copolypovidone. For any updates to the ingredients list, check the patient information leaflet for Aknemycin Plus.

How should Aknemycin Plus be disposed of?

Aknemycin Plus should be disposed of at your local pharmacy. Do not throw away your Aknemycin Plus in the bin or pour the liquid down the drain at home.

How should Aknemycin Plus be stored?

You should store Aknemycin Plus below 30°C and away from light. Aknemycin Plus contains alcohol and is flammable, so keep the bottle away from any open flames or sources of heat.

What does Aknemycin Plus look like?

Aknemycin Plus is a clear solution and looks like a liquid in a dark glass 25ml bottle with a white cap on top.

In which pack sizes is Aknemycin Plus available?

Aknemycin Plus is available in 1 pack size of 25ml. Aknemycin Plus comes in a bottle with an applicator already attached.

Information on the manufacturer

The marketing authorisation of Aknemycin Plus is Almirall Hermal GmbH, Scholtzstrasse 3, D-21465 Reinbek, Germany.

Almirall Hermal GmbH manufactures Aknemycin Plus.