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Topical Antibiotic
Efficacy
55%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Should never be used on its own and for a maximum of 3 months.
Topical Antibiotic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
One of the less effective treatments out there. It should never be used on its own or for longer than 3 months and may lead to resistant strains of bacteria. It may provide a slight improvement in mild acne in some people.
Topical Antibiotic
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Clindamycin? Rate It:
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March 25, 2013
Cons:
Well, this stuff poisoned me! I was prescribed it initially when I was 8, but being young never used it consistently. When I was 18, I rediscovered it and used it every day 2x. Soon after, I developed debilitating nausea and panic attacks. My life was over and no doctor could find the culprit. After cutting everything out and ruining a year of my life- I found a list of side effects. I had colitis induced by clindamycin. It can cause intestinal bleeding! As soon as I stopped- all symptoms gone!
Great product for acne- but not if you'd like to stay alive to be pretty with your clear skin. It took 6 months to get even remotely back to my old life and the anxiety occasionally lingers. I really messed up my stomach for 2 years and it's been a long time recovering. I'm finally doing better- 2 years later- but the time off was not worth the results. I use Azelex and Retin-A Micro 1% now and I feel amazing. Better results too IMHO
September 23, 2012
Pros:
Light weight gel
Cons:
Alcohol smell
Slightly sticky
Made me break out worse
I have been using clindamycin gel for several weeks as prescribed by my doctor. She also prescribed tretinion 1%. . I used the clindamycin by itself for two weeks, as I was afraid the tretinion would make my acne worse at the onset and I had an important event to attend. So I decided to start the clindamycin by itself and then start the tretinion after my event. After two weeks of using ONLY clindamycin, my face has never looked worse. My face broke out worse than it ever has and I was very oily. I thought that using an antibiotic would clear my face, or at least do no harm but I was wrong. My acne is now inflamed, red, and sore. I will go back to my benzol peroxide treatment. Clindamycin did not work for me.
May 6, 2012
Pros:
Helps keep Candia under control
Cons:
It smells bad
Have to continue to use it a few times a day, kind of a pain!
I would use it again and again
December 20, 2010
Pros:
werent any real pros... i guess for me it didn't dry my skin
Cons:
it was not effective at all for me. literally didnt do anything.
this probably works for someone who has mild acne
August 12, 2009
Pros:
I love it, it totally works and it helped reduce my acne by A LOT! I am using the Clindet pads and they honestly really do work
Cons:
None !
I honestly reccomend this for everyone, it helped me a lot and not only did it help my acne, it also helped me feel good about myself ;) It`s expensive if you aren`t covered but it is seriously worth the money!
August 3, 2009
Product used: Evoclin (Clindamycin (1%) Foam)
Pros:
clears acne, doesnt dry up skin, works quickly, fun foam.
Cons:
may burn a bit
best acne product i have ever used. with consistent use, it clears skin really well. its not for sensitive skin though.
May 27, 2009
Pros:
inexpensive
Cons:
stong smell -- solution liquid
it works for me, I have been using it now fro around 3 weeks and I see a much improved complexion and it seems to be keeping th acne away as well, it didnt clear over night but every day it seem to be getting better.
March 25, 2009
Pros:
cheap, easy, works
Cons:
smells at first
I read a lot of the reviews that the cream makes people look oily, I use the round wipes and have no oily side effects.
February 23, 2009
Pros:
Works great to get rid of existing acne. (most acne products dont work on me)
Cons:
- Make pimples red
- Makes acne larger before they get smaller
- Does not work quickly
When I went to my physician in about December, I was hoping to get her to refer me to a dermatologist. But she told me to try out Clindamycin Phosphate Gel 1% first. I got this for free since its covered by my health insurance but in the generic form. My physician told me to apply this twice a day (morning and night) and only on spots. So far it has been two months, and I still have acne. This gel has not stopped me from breaking out during the "time of the month". I still get acne in the same places. This seems to make my pimples go away faster but at a slow rate that makes me wonder if it is actually doing anything at all. I am trying to be patient with this topical gel because my doctor told me that it becomes more effective after a few months, meaning that this is something that you use for about 6 months, then if it doesnt work, you can try out something else. Most people hear are already complaining after about a week, this takes time to work.
January 17, 2009
Product used: Evoclin (Clindamycin (1%) Foam)
Pros:
Well i started using thiss product about in 2006 and all that happen was WONDERFUL this product is so good always be patient and maybe if it doesn't work iys by the way you put it on it clears acne one by one doesn't clear it all up but it will clea
Cons:
It will clear up your skin this product is great just give it time to work be patient.
The bottom line is that if you have acne you better go run and get it i got it because of my acne and its been working ever since. Ive tried all different types of medications for my face until i found evoclin i worked the best!. hope you like it
Pros:
-Did work very well at making my acne a thing of the past
-combated blackheads as well
-made my skin feel smooth with no dryness/flaking
-I felt like I didn't have to wear makeup after using regularly.