Clindacin ETZ Topical and Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide

• Generic Name: clindamycin topical
• Dosage Forms: single-use pledget applicator
• Other Brand Names: Cleocin T, Clindacin ETZ, Clindacin P, Clindagel, Clindamax, Evoclin, Cleocin, Clindesse, 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: benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical
• Dosage Forms: gel
• Other Brand Names: Acanya, Benzaclin, DUAC, Neuac, Onexton, Z-Clinz 10, Z-Clinz 5, BenzaClin with pump, Duac Care System

Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oil and dirt to be washed away.

Clindamycin is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from growing on the skin.

Benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat acne.

Benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.