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Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Nov 19, 2024 | 10:53 AM IST

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm is used to treat skin problems like acne (pimples), acne scars, melasma, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, and photoaging (premature ageing of the skin caused by repeated exposure to UV radiation). Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm has antibacterial, antioxidant,  keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. 

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Drug Warnings

Do not use Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Let your doctor know if you have contact dermatitis, liver, kidney, gastrointestinal, or heart diseases. Please inform your doctor if you are using any other medications, including vitamins, before starting Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm. Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm can make the skin more sensitive to the sunlight; hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. It is recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Do not apply Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm on irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while using Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are a breastfeeding mother.

Side Effects of Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm

  • Burning sensation
  • Itching
  • Skin irritation
  • Swelling
  • Skin rash 

Directions for Use

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm is for external use only. Cream/Gel/Lotion: Apply the advised amount of gel/lotion/cream on the skin's affected areas. Gently massage the medicine into the skin with your fingers. Wash your hands before and after applying the cream/gel/lotion. Do not put a dressing or bandage on the affected areas. Foam: Apply a generous amount of foam onto the affected areas and massage gently. Rinse off with clean water. Cleansing bar/Soap: Work the bar/soap into a nice lather and apply it to the affected areas with your hands. Gently massage in circular motions and rinse off with clean water. Facial mask: Before applying the facial mask, clean the affected area with a non-medicated cleanser and pat dry. Apply a thin layer of the mask using circular motions and dry for 20-25 minutes. Rinse with clean water.

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm contains ‘Glycolic acid, an exfoliative agent used to treat skin problems like acne (pimples), acne scars, melasma, hyperpigmentation, photoaging, and seborrhea. It is an organic compound derived from sugarcane with an antibacterial, antioxidant,  keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibit the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helps in peeling the skin and treats comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne).  Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm kills bacteria, reduces inflammation, and unplugs blocked pores. It decomposes to release oxygen when applied to the skin. This oxygen acts as a bactericidal agent and kills Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne.

Uses of Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm

Acne (pimples), Melasma, Hyperpigmentation, Wrinkles, Photoaging (premature aging of the skin caused by repeated exposure to UV radiation)

About Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm is used to treat skin problems like acne (pimples), acne scars, melasma, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, and photoaging (premature ageing of the skin caused by repeated exposure to UV radiation). Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm has antibacterial, antioxidant,  keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. 

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm contains ‘Glycolic acid’ which works by increasing the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-colored, small bumps due to acne).  Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm kills bacteria, reduces inflammation, and unplugs blocked pores. It decomposes to release oxygen when applied to the skin. This oxygen acts as a bactericidal agent and kills Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne.

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth, and nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, rinse with water immediately. Do not use Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, and skin rash.

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm can make the skin more sensitive in the sunlight, hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams, or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm. 

Side Effects of Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm

  • Burning sensation
  • Itching
  • Skin irritation
  • Swelling
  • Skin rash 
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Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Nov 19, 2024 | 10:53 AM IST

Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm is used to treat skin problems like acne (pimples), acne scars, melasma, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, and photoaging (premature ageing of the skin caused by repeated exposure to UV radiation). Glyco A 12% Cream 30 gm has antibacterial, antioxidant,  keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. 

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