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Should i keep using benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) on my skin for acne if pregnant?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably not: It is probably safe but the fda has classified it a category c and usually we stop all of this categor of medication unless it is harmful to the mother and i don't think acne would fit into a harmful category.

Answered 6/18/2012

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Yes: Pregnancy is not a contraindications for topical benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide).

Answered 7/3/2012

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