Duac : Clindamycin (1.2%) and Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel

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Active Ingredients:
Clindamycin Phosphate (1.2%) and Benzoyl Peroxide (5%).

Inactive Ingredients:
Carbomer 980, dimethicone 100, disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, disodium edetate, glycerol, silicon dioxide, poloxamer, purified water, sodium hydroxide.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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July 15, 2007

Pros:

The good thing about Benzaclin is that it cleared up my acne that I have had for fifteen years. This was the best thing that I have used. I have tried almost everything over the counter including proactive solution.

Cons:

This medicine that I got from the doctor was great, but I was getting symptoms of stomach cramps. One time I had to go home from work because the pain was too much.

Use the product if you really have to, only for a couple of week then stop. This is not a long term medicine. Remember that your acne will come back when you stop. Mine did. I still suffer from acne.
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July 8, 2007

Pros:

AMAZING! Nice silky feelin, no smell, easy to use, once a day, no time wastin routine with the face washes etc. jus plain CREAM!!! AMAZMENT!

Cons:

Slightly dry and peely for first few times but i couldnt care less!!! Whats worse dry skin or rotten manky Acne??????!!!

My mam has spent sooooo much money on acne treatments that have NEVER worked!!! I have used evrythin that u can think of!!! I tried all of the different types of medicine from Homeopathic, Chinese, Herbal, Anti-Biotics, Facial Routines, ProActiv, Saliclylic Acid treatments, Face washes u name it and i tried it!!! Then went ot doctor for a check up and he jus said that i should give it a shot and i was jus sick of it at this stage so i said ok!! My acne was inflammatory so if something irritated it it wud go bright red!! It looked like i was blushing and if i stressed or anything it jus blew up!!! Blemishes and evrything are gone which is remarkable!!! The Duac gel is so simple and easy to use.. its like rubbin in silk to ur face and no smell but slight dryin but meh!! Wats worse! I use a face wash and trhen use the duac in the evening! I have used it three times and the difference is noticeable and ppl have commented on it! Price below is in E.U Euro NOT in US Dollar!!!!
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June 27, 2007

Pros:

The product is wonderful. I had mild acne and it clear it up within two weeks. My face looks great. I had no side effects.

Cons:

None

The product does work. Is a little bit expensive but health insurance covered 100% of the cost. Without insurance in NY is about $192.
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May 16, 2007

Pros:

Fast-acting, tightens face

Cons:

dries out face a bit, but will eventually go away with additional application of moisturizer.

I love this product because whether or not it gives me dry skin it works. Moisturizer is the cure for dry skin, and Benzanclin is the cure for acne. Bottom line.
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April 6, 2007

Pros:

Clears up skin, pretty light, doesn't smell

Cons:

Makes the skin a bit dry, you probably need to moisturize right after, takes awhile to work (or it may just be my skin because I've seen reviews that says it works fast)

This product works and maintains my skin. However, I was on this and Tazorac (tazorac at night, duac in the morning) plus 100mg of monicycline twice a day for probably about 4-5 months before the pimples went away completely. However, my skin hasn't had any breakouts or pimples (my scars are still presnt, however) for awhile. It seems to maintain skin well after everything gets cleared up. This is the only thing that has ever worked to clear my skin, so I'm sticking with it. I also use CeraVe moisturizer, which is really light and works beautifully. Also, everyone complains that this is really expensive, but I must have great insurance, because I only pay $5 for a tube.
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December 30, 2006

Pros:

Works...That's all that matters for a 15 year old.

Cons:

I guess it burns a little bit, but who cares...

During the summer I had 10 really big ones. Now I have 1 semi-big one and small ones. :) My doctor is really cool and gave me like 25 samples, so I don't really know how much it cost :). Very happy with results and I don't use it that often. If you have more severe cases, simply use something else.
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December 25, 2006

Pros:

Keeps you clear if you use it consistently. Dries up cyst-like pimples in days.

Cons:

Can be drying...and you may experience redness and peeling for at least 2 weeks before your skin adjusts to it.

I've been on Benzaclin for 8 years now. It has worked great for me! I had big cyst-like pimples all over my face, but once I got started on the Benzaclin, it has cleared up my face dramatically. I still get pimples around the time of my period--but that's a hormonal thing. For the rest of the month, my face is pretty clear and smooth. Benzaclin definitely works...but you have to be patient...it'll take at least 2 months before you start seeing real results...and that's if you use it correctly and consistently. But once it starts working, you'll definitely see a huge difference.
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December 19, 2006

Pros:

I have developed acne in my 40s after having very little acne as a teenager. My dermatologist says it's a combination of acne and roseacea. Benzaclin has been the best product for me so far.

Cons:

Have to keep using it after the acne clears and makes my sensitive skin a little red. I have the tendency to stop using it after my skin clears up and then it gets worse again - so I make myself use it everyday now.

I had been on oral many antibiotics, evoclin, various washes, and Benzaclin has worked best for me. I had stomach problems with erythromycin and it didn't do much, tetracycline did very little, doxycycline didn't do much for me, and minocin worked well but gave me severe headaches and muscle pains, so I had to stop, and amoxicillin worked very well but I didn't want to take anything oral for more than a few months. Metrogel made my acne worse. Now I wash in the morning with Rosula and apply Benzaclin after I shave and wash gently before bed and use the Benz at night. After three years, this is the first product that worked will without side affects for me and I don't have to take any oral meds.
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November 19, 2006

Pros:

Very good, has made a huge difference and i've only been using it for 3 weeks. Also it is free on the NHS.

Cons:

It has bleached towels and my bed covers, also i wake up with a very dry face every morning.

I'd defently recomend it to other people.
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October 30, 2006

Pros:

Benzaclin is the best acne medication I've had thus far. Tretinoin Retin-A, to name one, pales in comparison to benzaclin for me. I've been using benzaclin for about almost 5 years.

Cons:

At first, it did make my face peel quite a lot which is the worst if you plan on wearing foundation, etc. So, be sure to use sparingly in the beginning. It also GAVE me burn identical to sunburn. It also doesn't help at all when I'm on my period.

This stuff works. I wanted to go on accutane beacuse I still do not have a clear face. I have a very uneven skin tone and lots of redness. It has helped with scarring a bit, but it hasn't taken away my blemishes. It worked wonders on me when I first started using it almost 5 years ago, but now it doesn't work as well. Maybe some kind of clindamycin tolerance... it never bleached any of my hair. It is DEFINITELY worth it if you want something that works, but I can't promise that it will work to perfection. Just don't waste your money on something like tretinoin retin-a if you have REAL acne. Benzaclin is a much better choice.
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