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A 16-year-old female asked:

If clindamycin phosphate lotion is causing my skin to be dry and flaky, should i still use it?

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Dr. Michael Einanswered

Infectious Disease 50 years experience

See below: Try using a moisturizing cream like cetaphil. If the dry skin persists check with your doctor for an alternate treatment.

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