Duac Gel

Duac gel is an antibiotic treatment suitable for adults and teenagers aged 12 and over. It's effective for treating mild to moderate acne.

Duac gel is used to treat mild acne vulgaris, including both inflammatory and non-inflammatory spots, on any external part of the body. However, you should avoid getting it in your mouth, eyes, on your lips, or on broken or irritated skin. Apply it to the skin once a day in the evening.

Acne occurs when too many chemicals block the pores, leading to blackheads. Duac gel helps by eliminating the bacteria that cause acne.

Duac gel includes two active components: Clindamycin, which is an antibiotic, and Benzoyl Peroxide. Clindamycin works as a topical antibiotic to help stop acne by eliminating the bacteria that thrive on the oil produced by the skin's sebaceous glands.

The second active ingredient, benzoyl peroxide, is a keratolytic. This means it helps to break down the top layer of skin, which reduces blackheads and whiteheads and helps prevent more breakouts. Using clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide together is a well-proven and effective method for treating moderately severe acne.

Duac gel comes in two different strengths: 10 mg/g + 30 mg/g and 10 mg/g + 50 mg/g. Both contain 10 mg/g of clindamycin, but the amount of benzoyl peroxide varies. Choosing the right strength depends on how severe your acne is, and one of our clinicians can help guide you in making this choice.

Duac Gel is a combination medicine, which means it contains several key ingredients that effectively tackle acne. Because of this mix of active ingredients, it works differently from other gel-based acne treatments that might use different active components or antibiotics. It's worth noting that not all acne treatments include antibiotics, but Duac Gel does use Clindamycin, which stops the growth of bacteria that cause acne.

Duac gel is quite similar to other treatments. It contains Clindamycin and Benzoyl Peroxide as its active ingredients, which are also present in other acne treatments. The main difference is the company that makes it.

The dose for your treatment will be based on the severity of your acne. Our clinician is available to suggest the best dose for your particular situation. Typically, we advise beginning with a lower dose, and our clinician will keep an eye on your progress and adjust your dose if necessary.

Duac gel is only available with a prescription because it's crucial to provide the correct dose tailored to your needs. Our clinician will be available to assist you in making an informed choice about the best prescription plan for you.