Question 1

please describe the medication: benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide)?

Accepted Answer

Acne Medication: Treats severe acne. Benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) (benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin) is antibacterial and antibiotic combination used to treat acne.

Question 2

how much should i apply benzoyl peroxide on acne and what should the concentration of the medication be for first time use?

Accepted Answer

Use a small amount: On the pimples, after washing and drying your face, no more than twice a day.  10% cream is a common strength.

Question 3

when i use " benzac (benzoyl peroxide) ac 5% " on the acne of my nose.... acne increases .... is there any other alternative medications for my nose ( just nose) ?

Accepted Answer

Get seen: You might actually have acne rosacea and be a candidate for Metronidazole or something similar.

Question 4

is it safe to put on sunscreen then put on the acne medication benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide)?

Accepted Answer

Sunscreen: Typically it is best to apply sunscreen after any and all topical medications. Applying medications over sunscreen can reduce the effectiveness of the sunscreen putting your skin at risk for sun damage. It is perfectly fine to apply medications and then sunscreen as this order will not disrupt the effectiveness of the topical medications.

Question 5

how much time does benzoyl peroxide take to work (acne medication)?

Accepted Answer

A few weeks: If you're not seeing good results by 2 weeks, or you're not clear in 4, get with your personal physician who can add something that will probably clear you. It may take as long as 8 weeks to get optimum results with just benzoyl peroxide.

Question 6

help please? how long does benzoyl peroxide take to work (acne medication)?

Accepted Answer

It may not: If you're using this to the limit you can tolerate and you're not clear in two weeks, you're going to need additional, prescription-strength medication from your personal physcian.

Question 7

is there a difference in benzoyl peroxide found in cheap otc acne medication versus the higher quality name brand? both contain 10% benzoyl peroxide

Accepted Answer

Generic vs brand: In most cases, generic versions of a medication are as effective and comparable to the branded product.  Texture, fragrance and quality of inactive ingredients may differ to some degree and may influence your choice.

Question 8

is benzoyl peroxide an noninflammatory acne medication?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Bemedicationnzoyl peroxide is noninflammatory.

Question 9

need some medication for inflamed skin after applying 5% benzoyl peroxide for acne type of skin is sensitive?

Accepted Answer

Several options: Stop using the benzoyl peroxide and get with your physician. You may be able to tolerate salicylic acid or a retinoic acid derivative. For now, aloe vera or a moisturizer should help. There are other medications for acne that are worth trying; remember not to use antibiotics as monotherapy.

Question 10

can topical medication (benzoyl peroxide, cerave moisturizing lotion, and physical based sunscreen) worsen/cause anxiety or any mental health issues?

Accepted Answer

No: No, topical medications should not affect mental health, other than improve it when symptoms they are treating are improving.

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Please describe the medication: benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide)?

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How much should i apply benzoyl peroxide on acne and what should the concentration of the medication be for first time use?

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When i use " benzac (benzoyl peroxide) ac 5% " on the acne of my nose.... acne increases .... is there any other alternative medications for my nose ( just nose) ?

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Is it safe to put on sunscreen then put on the acne medication benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide)?

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How much time does benzoyl peroxide take to work (acne medication)?

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Help please? how long does benzoyl peroxide take to work (acne medication)?

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Is there a difference in benzoyl peroxide found in cheap otc acne medication versus the higher quality name brand? both contain 10% benzoyl peroxide

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Is benzoyl peroxide an noninflammatory acne medication?

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Need some medication for inflamed skin after applying 5% benzoyl peroxide for acne type of skin is sensitive?

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Can topical medication (benzoyl peroxide, cerave moisturizing lotion, and physical based sunscreen) worsen/cause anxiety or any mental health issues?

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