Clindamycin Gel: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Clindamycin Gel
| Generic name | Clindamycin phosphate (available alone or combined with benzoyl peroxide) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Lincosamide antibiotic (clindamycin); some products combine it with benzoyl peroxide, a disinfectant/keratolytic |
| Forms | Topical solution, Gel |
Clindamycin gel is a medicine you put on your skin (topical) to treat acne. It contains clindamycin, an antibiotic. Some products also contain benzoyl peroxide. It is used for acne vulgaris in people 12 years of age and older.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.