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Ecwash 2% Gel
Product introduction
Ecwash 2% Gel is an anti-bacterial medicine used to treat acne. Acne appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest, or back. This medicine works by attacking the germs that cause them.
Ecwash 2% Gel is used to treat skin blisters causing itching, redness and swelling on the skin.
Ecwash 2% Gel is used to treat skin blisters causing itching, redness and swelling on the skin.
Uses of Ecwash Gel
Benefits of Ecwash Gel
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Ecwash 2% Gel works by stopping the growth of bacteria causing acne on your skin. It reduces oil production in the skin, replenishes acne-prone skin, and keeps your pores open. It may take several weeks before your symptoms improve so you need to keep using this medicine even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start using it, the less likely you are to get scars.
Side effects of Ecwash Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ecwash
- Itching
- Stinging sensation
- Skin peeling
- Erythema (skin redness)
How to use Ecwash Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Ecwash Gel works
Ecwash 2% Gel is a keratolytic medication to be applied on the skin. It treats pimples (acne) by penetrating the skin and killing acne-causing bacteria. It additionally reduces oil production in the skin, replenishes acne-prone skin, and it also keeps your pores open.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ecwash 2% Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Ecwash 2% Gel should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Ecwash Gel?
If you miss a dose of Ecwash 2% Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Ecwash 2% Gel helps in the treatment and prevention of acne.
- Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and genitals. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
- It makes your skin sensitive towards sunlight. Use protective measures like sunscreen or wear protective clothing.
- Inform your doctor if you notice unusual dryness, redness and peeling of the skin.
- Do not apply to open wounds or irritated skin.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Salicylic Acid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Keratoplastic and keratolytic agents
FAQs
Q. How should Ecwash 2% Gel be applied?
You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Ecwash 2% Gel cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. After applying, wash your hands thoroughly with water.
Q. Should Ecwash 2% Gel be left overnight?
At the beginning of the treatment, Ecwash 2% Gel is usually used once daily in the evening. The area is not washed off after application of Ecwash 2% Gel, so it can be left overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.
Q. What should prompt me to discontinue Ecwash 2% Gel?
You should discontinue Ecwash 2% Gel and consult your doctor if you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation.
Q. What precautions should be followed while applying Ecwash 2% Gel?
Use Ecwash 2% Gel only on your skin. Keep it away from areas like your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Ecwash 2% Gel on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Ecwash 2% Gel on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. Ecwash 2% Gel can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Ecwash 2% Gel. Avoid contact with hair as Ecwash 2% Gel has bleaching properties. It can even bleach dyed or colored fabric, furniture or carpeting.
Q. How often should I apply Ecwash 2% Gel?
The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening).
Q. How long does Ecwash 2% Gel take to show its effects?
You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for longer to see the full benefits. This is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.
Q. How long does Ecwash 2% Gel take to work?
Usually, Ecwash 2% Gel starts to clear acne within a few days of using it. However, for significant results with acne, it may take around 8 weeks of regular use of Ecwash 2% Gel.
Q. What if I don't get better even after using Ecwash 2% Gel for a few days?
Inform your doctor if your acne doesn’t clean up after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Name: Eclipser Pharmaceuticals
Address: sco-18,,opp. pine home,dhakoli, zirakpur, mohali-160104, punjab, india
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ecwash 2% Gel. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ecwash 2% Gel. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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