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Aczone (dapsone) New Pregnancy C

How Supplied:

5% gel, 30 g and 60 g

Indications and Usage:

Aczone is indicated for the treatment of acne vulgaris.

Prescribing Instructions:

Prescribing Information Instructions [PDF]

Side Effects and Contraindications:

Warnings and Precautions: Hematological effects: Oral dapsone treatment has produced dose-related hemolysis and hemolytic anemia. If signs and symptoms suggestive of hemolytic anemia occur, Aczone Gel 5% should be discontinued. Aczone Gel 5% should not be used in patients who are taking oral dapsone or antimalarial medications because of the potential for hemolytic reactions. Combination of Aczone Gel 5% with trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX) may increase the likelihood of hemolysis in patients with G6PD deficiency. The most common adverse reactions of Aczone Gel 5% (incidence ? 10%) are oiliness/peeling, dryness, and erythema at the application site.

Company:

Allergan, Inc.
714-246-4500
www.aczone.com