Clinda-Derm Topical and De-Sone LA injection

• Generic Name: clindamycin topical
• Dosage Forms: topical solution
• Other Brand Names: Cleocin, Clindesse, Cleocin T, Clindacin ETZ, Clindacin P, Clindagel, Clindamax, Evoclin, Clindamax, Clindesse Cream, Clindets, ClindaReach Pledget

Clindamycin 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.

• Generic Name: dexamethasone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  De-Sone LA, Dexacen-4, Dexasone, Dexasone LA, Solurex, Solurex LA, Baycadron, Dexamethasone Intensol, DexPak 10 Day Taperpak, DexPak 13 DayTaperpak, DexPak 6 DayTaperpak, Decadron, DexPak, TaperDex, Zema-Pak, ZoDex, Zonacort

De-Sone LA is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

De-Sone LA is used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, breathing disorders, eye conditions, blood cell disorders, leukemia, multiple sclerosis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, and problems caused by low adrenal gland hormone levels.

De-Sone LA may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.