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About Glyco 6 Cream

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream has antibacterial, antioxidant,  keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. 

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Glyco 6 Cream include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, and skin rash.

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream. 

Uses of Glyco 6 Cream

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

Key Benefits

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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.

Directions for Use

Glyco 6 Cream 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Glyco 6 Cream

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

Key Ingredients

Glycolic Acid 12% In A Cream Base

Drug Warnings

Do not use Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream. Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream on irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while using Glyco 6 Cream on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are a breastfeeding mother.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interaction found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interaction found.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • ​​​​​Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
  • Avoid harsh products on your skin.
  • Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

Special Advise

Consult your dermatologist if you do not notice any improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment with Glyco 6 Cream.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Acne vulgaris (acne): It is a skin condition caused when the hair follicles are plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, and nodules are all types of acne. It commonly occurs in teenagers though all age groups are affected.

Hyperpigmentation: It is a skin condition in which patches of skin become darker in color than the normal surrounding skin. This darkening of skin occurs when an excess of melanin (hormone), the brown pigment that produces normal skin color, forms deposits in the skin.

Melasma: It is a common skin problem that causes dark, discolored patches on your skin. It is also called the “mask of pregnancy,” when it occurs in pregnant women. It can be occurred due to hormonal changes during pregnancy or from sun exposure. 

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About Glyco 6 Cream

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream has antibacterial, antioxidant,  keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. 

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Glyco 6 Cream include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, and skin rash.

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream. 

Glyco 6 Cream 30 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
Glyco 6 Cream 30 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
Glyco 6 Cream 30 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
Glyco 6 Cream 30 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
Glyco 6 Cream 30 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
Glyco 6 Cream 30 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
Glyco 6 Cream 30 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
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Composition :

GLYCOLIC ACID-6%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type :

TOPICAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

27, RACE COURSE ROAD, BANGALORE-560 001, INDIA
Other Info - GLY0016

FAQs

Please do not stop using Glyco 6 Cream even if you feel better until the doctor's advised course is finished. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

There are limited studies on how Glyco 6 Cream affects the breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Glyco 6 Cream if you are breastfeeding. If you need to apply the cream or lotion on your breasts, don't do this shortly before giving a feed.

Glyco 6 Cream can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of sunlight. Hence it is advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Glyco 6 Cream. It is recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.

Glyco 6 Cream usually improves your skin condition in 4-6 weeks of treatment. If you notice no improvement after a month of treatment, please reach out to your doctor.

You can leave glycolic acid overnight on the skin if you are using cream/gel/lotion formulations. However, if any irritation occurs, please stop usage and consult your doctor.

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Interaction of alcohol with Glyco 6 Cream is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Glyco 6 Cream.

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There are limited studies on how Glyco 6 Cream affects the breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Glyco 6 Cream if you are breastfeeding.

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Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before using Glyco 6 Cream.

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Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Glyco 6 Cream.

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Please consult your doctor before using Glyco 6 Cream for children.

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  1. https://file:///C:/Users/121/Downloads/13-21.pdf
  2. https://www.fda.gov/media/101373/download

Uses of Glyco 6 Cream

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

Key Benefits

Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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 6 Cream 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.

Directions for Use

Glyco 6 Cream 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not use Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream. Glyco 6 Cream 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 6 Cream on irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while using Glyco 6 Cream on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are a breastfeeding mother.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI BACTERIALS - TOPICAL

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • ​​​​​Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
  • Avoid harsh products on your skin.
  • Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

Habit Forming

No

Key Ingredients

Glycolic Acid 12% In A Cream Base

Special Advise

Consult your dermatologist if you do not notice any improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment with Glyco 6 Cream.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Acne vulgaris (acne): It is a skin condition caused when the hair follicles are plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, and nodules are all types of acne. It commonly occurs in teenagers though all age groups are affected.

Hyperpigmentation: It is a skin condition in which patches of skin become darker in color than the normal surrounding skin. This darkening of skin occurs when an excess of melanin (hormone), the brown pigment that produces normal skin color, forms deposits in the skin.

Melasma: It is a common skin problem that causes dark, discolored patches on your skin. It is also called the “mask of pregnancy,” when it occurs in pregnant women. It can be occurred due to hormonal changes during pregnancy or from sun exposure. 

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