Should I keep using benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) on my skin?

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. Read more...

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

Benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) for acne. Yes, unless you are allergic to it. Read more...

You can. But use suncreen, you may get sunburn. Read more...

Sun sensitivity. BenzaClin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) is a combination of Benzoyl peroxide and Clindamycin. The former agent causes sensitivity to the sun, and can result in reddish blotchy rashes on the skin of the face. We should generally apply BenzaClin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) in the evening, once we're in for the day. Read more...

Inflamed? Inflammatory acne responds well to antibiotics but long term use often selects for resistance. To reduce the inflammation, i like the at home use of the tria blue light system which all ages and skin types can use. Most patients also benefit from a retinoid preferably prescription strength as a mainstay for any acne regimen. Read more...

Benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) In general, a topical retinoid is added to help turn over skin cells and reduce blackheads, resulting in reduced pimples. Read more...

Options. There are several other options for treating acne including different topical treatments and some oral medications you can try. The specific treatment depends on the type of acne you have. Your physician can evaluate your acne and recommend the correct treatment for you which may actually be a combination of different medications. Read more...

Next level. Ask your physician whether it is appropriate to add to your treatment regimen a topical treatment that includes both Clindamycin and a retinoic acid derivative, and begin an oral antibiotic. Since you're male, consider tetracycline 250 mg twice a day -- it kept me reasonably clear for 25 years. Good luck -- today all acne can be treated effectively. Read more...

Apply moisturizer. Benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) actually works by causing some irritation of skin, drying, and flaking. That is how the pores of the skin are opened and thus acne reduced. If you do not like it, you may apply moisturizers before or after applying benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide). Read more...

Zit care. Stievamycin is tretinoin & erythromycin gel for topical treatment for acne. Benzaclin (clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide) is also topical antibiotic & scrubbing agent for zits. Ask your doctor before you change medicine instruction. Your doctor would stop one gel to begin another gel. Use care for washing your hands and avoiding eyes, etc. Read more...