Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin

Information About Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin

Uses of Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin

Benzoyl peroxide+clindamycin is used for acne skin conditions.

How Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin Works

Benzoyl peroxide help eliminate bacteria and prevents the occurence of blackheads and whiteheads. Clindamycin acts as an antibiotic which works by inhibiting bacteria growth and prevents acne.

Side Effects of Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin

Redness, Dryness, Itchy

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

As Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin is used topically, the risk of interacting with alcohol consumed is negligible.

Pregnancy Limited Data

The safety of Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin in human pregnancy is not established. Therefore, Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin should only be used for pregnant women after careful risk/benefit assessment by the doctor.

Lactation Limited Data

It is not known whether Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin is excreted into the human breastmilk. It is not advisable to apply topical Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin on the chest to avoid accidental contact with the infant.

Driving Generally Safe

Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin is for external application. Therefore, it does not interfere with the ability to drive.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin is not used for internal consumption and the amount absorbed into the circulatory system also is negligible. It is, therefore, safe to be used even in a patient with renal impairment.

Liver Safe If Prescribed

Benzoyl Peroxide+Clindamycin is not used for internal consumption and the amount absorbed into the circulatory system also is negligible to cause any effect , therefore, safe to be used even in a patient with liver impairment.