In-stock 10 gm in 1 tube
36.20

USED FOR:
Acne

COMPOSITION:
Clindamycin Topical (1% w/w)

Therapeutic Uses:
derma

Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Acneclin 1% w/w Gel is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Acneclin 1% w/w Gel is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Acneclin 1% w/w Gel does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Acneclin 1% w/w Gel is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Acneclin 1% w/w Gel may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Acneclin 1% w/w Gel in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Clindamycin Topical   1% w/w

Uses of Acneclin Gel
Acneclin 1% w/w Gel is used in the treatment of acne.

How to use Acneclin Gel
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.

How Acneclin Gel works
Acneclin 1% w/w Gel is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, which are required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Expert advice for Acneclin Gel

Discontinue use of topical clindamycin and contact your doctor immediately, if you experience diarrhea or bloody diarrhea.
Avoid vaginal intercourse or use of other intravaginal products such as tampons or douches while using clindamycin cream. 
Clindamycin cream contains mineral oil that may weaken latex products (condoms and diaphragms) and may not provide adequate birth control. Therefore, do not use these products within 72 hours of using clindamycin cream.
Avoid direct contact of cream with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not use if you are allergic to clindamycin, lincomycin or any of its ingredients.
Do not use if you have Crohn’s disease (a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines), antibiotic-associated colitis (colon inflammation).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I use clindamycin with a penicillin allergy?
Clindamycin is considered safe for use in patients with a penicillin allergy

Q. Does clindamycin treat acne scars?
Clindamycin can prevent the formation of new scars by preventing formation of new acne, but will not be useful for the scars already formed

Q. Can clindamycin cream cause thrush?
Yes. Use of clindamycin cream may cause thrush (a type of fungal or yeast infection) in rare cases.