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How and Where to Buy Aczone Online?
Currently, we only carry the brand name topical acne gel, Aczone here at www.CanadianPharmacyWorld.com. If you would like to place your order with us online, all you need is a valid prescription. Check out
How To Order. If you’d like to speak with someone about your order, you can also dial 1-866-485-7979 and someone will be able to assist you.
Are there Alternative Names for the Brand and Generic Aczone?
The brand name medication manufactured by Valeant is called Aczone. The generic name of the medication is called dapsone topical.
What Dosages and Forms is Aczone available in?
Here at Canadian Pharmacy World, we currently have the brand name Aczone in a 5%/60 gm topical gel dosage, which comes from right here in Canada.
What is Aczone used for?
Aczone is a dermatologic topical gel used to treat acne in people 12 years of age or older. People with a hypersensitivity to dapsone should not use this medication.
What are the Possible Side Effects of Aczone?
Before deciding if Aczone gel is right for you, consider most medications will come with a few side effects. Let’s take a closer look at what you might expect.
Here are some of the most common side effects that come with using Aczone:
• Dry or peeling skin;
• Oily skin;
• Redness at application site
Aczone has been known to cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition where the oxygen in your blood becomes dangerously low. Be sure to stop taking the medication immediately and contact your doctor if you acquire the following more severe side effects:
• Blue or gray appearance in your lips, fingernails, or inside of your mouth
Allergic reactions to Aczone are rare. However, stop taking using this medication and seek help if you have any signs of allergic reaction, which include:
• Hives;
• Difficulty breathing;
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Are there any Precautions and Drug interactions of Aczone?
You should not take Aczone if you’re allergic to dapsone.
Before using Aczone, be sure to tell your doctor if you have, or acquire after taking Aczone the following:
• Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency;
• Methemoglobinemia (or have had it in the past);
• Severe sore throat;
• Unusual thoughts or behaviors;
• Red blood cell disorder;
• Pancreas problems;
• Severe skin reactions (which can include sore throat, swelling to face or tongue, burning in the eyes, pain—followed by a red or purple rash)
Certain medications can have serious interactions with Aczone, causing a condition known as methemoglobinemia. These drugs include:
• Sulfa medications;
• Acetaminophen;
• Nitroglycerine (or other nitrate heart medications);
• Seizure medications
Call your doctor if your acne symptoms don’t improve after 12 weeks.
Aczone Storage and Safety Information
Store your Aczone topical gel at room temperature. Keep it away from extreme heat, cold, and moisture. Do not allow to freeze. Keep the tube lid closed tightly when not in use.
Do not use extra medicine if you missed a dose. An overdose of Aczone is not expected to be dangerous, but should you develop concerning side effects, see an emergency professional right away. If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate emergency help or call Poison Control at 1-800-463-5060.
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
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