Clindamycin Phosphate Gel

Short Description

Clindamycin Phosphate Gel is an antibiotic that fights bacteria to treat acne.

Dosage Form

Gel

Introduction

Clindamycin Phosphate Gel is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat acne, which appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest, or back. This medicine works by attacking the bacteria that cause these pimples.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.

Clindamycin Phosphate Gel is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus it stops the bacteria from growing and prevents the infection from spreading.

You have been prescribed Clindamycin Phosphate Gel for the treatment of acne. You may have to use it for a long time before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day. Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Clindamycin Phosphate Gel. Apply it as a thin layer onto clean dry unbroken skin affected by acne. It may cause minor burning stinging or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away. Avoid contact with your eyes nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas. If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected you should stop using Clindamycin Phosphate Gel and consult your doctor.