Evoclin Topical and Vibativ

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

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: telavancin
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Vibativ

Vibativ (telavancin) is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.

Vibativ is used to treat severe skin infections. It is also used to treat pneumonia caused by bacteria in a hospital setting, or pneumonia that can develop while using a ventilator (artificial breathing machine).

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