Benzaclin Side Effects

Serious Side Effects of Benzaclin

Serious reactions to an antibiotic include severe diarrhea, bloody stool, mucus in the stool, and severe pain in the stomach (cramps).
Changes in your skin and nails may be symptoms of a fungal infection.
Signs of an allergic reaction to Benzaclin include swelling or shortness of breath.

Common Side Effects of Benzaclin

This topical treatment can cause your skin to be dry, itchy, or red. It may also cause your skin to peel.
Benzaclin may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so your risk of sunburns may be increased.

Warnings & Recalls for Benzaclin

General Benzaclin Warnings

Do not use Benzaclin if you have Crohn's disease, are prone to ulcers, or have had antibiotic-associated colitis.
Tell your doctor if you are already using other topical medications to treat acne.
Let your doctor know if antibiotics have ever caused you to have stomach problems, severe diarrhea, or ulcers.
Benzaclin may increase your skin's sensitivity to light. Avoid too much exposure to the sun or UV lights and wear clothing to protect your skin.
Benzaclin may lighten hair and colored fabrics. Try to keep the gel from getting in your hair, clothes, towels, or bed sheets.
Avoid using products that can irritate the skin. These products include hair coloring, hair removers, waxes, and products that contain alcohol or astringents.

Benzaclin Treatment and Use

BenzaClin | clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide is a topical gel used to treat mild or moderate acne. In one study, Benzaclin is a retinoid-like compound that been has shown to work faster than another acne medication known as Differin | adapalene.

How does BenzaClin Work?

The benzoyl peroxide in BenzaClin reduces acne inflammation and drys oils found in the skin that contribute to acne. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and also decreases inflammation from acne.

BenzaClin Dosage Information

BenzaClin is applied once in the morning and once in the evening.

Before application, wash your face with warm water and pat dry. Use a thin, even layer of BenzaClin over the area you wish to treat. If you later see a white film over the area, you have applied too much.

Wash your hands after applying the medication.

It may take up to six weeks for visible results to appear and up to three months to see the maximum benefit of BenzaClin.

Other Names for Benzaclin

Brand name:

Benzaclin

Duac

Generic name:

Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide

Clindamycin and Benzoyl Peroxide

Benzoyl Peroxide/Clindamycin Topical