DUAC and Hydrocodone and Homatropine Syrup

• Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical
• Dosage Forms: topical 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.

DUAC (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat acne.

DUAC may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: homatropine / hydrocodone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Hydromet, Tussigon, Hycodan, Hydrotropine, Hydromide, Hydropane

• The use of hydrocodone in children younger than 6 years has led to deadly breathing problems. Talk with the doctor.
• This medicine is not for use in children younger than 18 years of age. The benefits of taking hydrocodone and homatropine syrup for a cough due to allergies, a cold, or other infection do not outweigh the risks in children. If your child has been given hydrocodone and homatropine syrup or if you have any questions, talk with your child's doctor.