Clindamycin, Topical

Anti-acne Preps · Lincosamide

Indications

Moderate to severe acne vulgaris.

Dosage

Adults & children >12yrs: Apply two times daily. Children <12yrs: Not recommended.

Adverse Effects

Dry skin, dermatitis. Diarrhoea or colitis (discontinue immediately). Cervicitis, vaginal candidiasis, vulvovaginitis, abdominal cramps, pruritus.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Contraindications: Lincomycin sensitivity. History of IBS or antibiotic-associated colitis. Precautions: Avoid eyes and mucous membrane.

Interactions

Keratolytics, neuromuscular blocking agents, erythromycin, vit K antagonists.

Advice to Patient

Before application, wear gloves or wash hands. Apply a thin layer of medication to affected areas. Porous dressing may be applied. Contact prescriber if there is constant swelling, burning, itching or worsening of condition.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Minimal (4%-5%). Metabolism: Hepatic. Excretion: Urine.

Brands with this active ingredient

• Acsolve
• Austaclin-T
• Benclin
• Benwac
• Bezclin
• CDM Gel
• Cleogel
• Climed
• Climed Plus
• Clin-Max
• Clinacin
• Clinagel
• Clinda Derm
• Clinda Topical
• Clinda-Oxide Plus

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