Clindamycin (Topical)
Brand Names : Cleocin T Gel, Cleocin T Lotion, Cleocin T Topical Solution, Clinda-Derm, Dalacin T Topical Solution
Category- Antiacne agent, topical
- Antibacterial, topical
DescriptionClindamycin (klin-da-MYE-sin) belongs to the family of medicines called
antibiotics. Topical clindamycin is used to help control acne. It may be used
alone or with one or more other medicines that are used on the skin or taken
by mouth for acne. Topical clindamycin may also be used for other problems
as determined by your doctor.
Clindamycin is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following
dosage forms:
Topical
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Gel (U.S.)
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Solution (U.S. and Canada)
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Suspension (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- Cleocin T Gel
- Cleocin T Lotion
- Cleocin T Topical Solution
- Clinda-Derm
In Canada -
- Dalacin T Topical Solution
Generic name product may be available in the U.S.
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