Clindamycin
Topical Antibiotic
Reviews
3.6
671 Reviews
Clindamycin
Topical Antibiotic
Efficacy
55%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
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Note: Should never be used on its own and for a maximum of 3 months.
Clindamycin
Topical Antibiotic
Side Effects
Low
Clindamycin
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.
Clindamycin
Topical Antibiotic
How to Get It
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Compare To Other Treatments
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August 20, 2009

Pros:

maintained keratosis pilaris

Cons:

dries out skin alot, when used on chest and back it brought many many tiny little pimples so I discontinued use after 2 days. Could this have been the initial breakout? Idk.

I tried it on my face once for this one pimple that would never go away and it did, right away. If I apply it all over my face I especially breakout... weird. It maintained my Keratosis Pilaris for a little, though. Btw, I have oily skin.
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October 29, 2008

Pros:

after popping my zit which you shouldnt do : I i applied this product and it dried it up.

Cons:

didnt work unless popped zit first

i wouldnt say this will totally clear up you face. I have used it after washing and it didnt do anything for me, unless i had popped the zit and then applied it. It would dry it up but I would still have a mark from the zit. recommend if u r into popping your zits and then applying
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September 23, 2008
Product used: Evoclin (Clindamycin (1%) Foam)

Pros:

I actually haven't bought the prescription yet as my insurance does not cover it.

Cons:

Does anyone know of any other perscription assistance with this product doctor says I need it but it is sooo expensive.

My acne is getting really bad and I am tired of it. But this evoclin costs up to 300 dollars. Help!
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August 13, 2008

Pros:

It works.

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I woke up in last 2 days...it's amazing, no red face, less pimples.....

Clindamycin. It's great. Except my face is becoming a bit dry, but my pimples are going away. I can see changes in my face everyday.
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November 21, 2007

Pros:

It's very effective at controlling breakouts and reducing the number of zits. I didn't realize how well it worked until I stopped using it, and my acne became 10x worse.

Cons:

I used the wipes. As I went through the container over time, the alcohol base evaporated and the wipes became drier.

Good at controlling breakouts as part of a larger acne regimen.
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November 11, 2007

Pros:

Works in controlling upcoming breakouts.

Cons:

Temporary redness

I use this to get rid of the breakouts you can feel under your skin (the ones that feel bumpy and hurt somewhat when you touch). Not very good at getting rid the existing ones, it only controls the acne. I would recommend using this in conjunction with another product, specifically a cream.
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May 29, 2007

Pros:

Best topical cream I have ever used. Cleared up my face and is not drying.

Cons:

None

I have been seeing dermatologists for years. Accutane finally got rid of my severe acne and reduced my breakouts by 90 percent. To control the remaining acne still left I tried just about every cream on the market. Most did nothing and irritated my skin making my face all red and dry. I finally started using Duac Gel which is 5 percent benzol peroxide and 1 percent clindamycin. It did not dry out or irritate my skin at all. I barely get any breakouts now and my skin looks the best it has looked in years.
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January 30, 2007
Product used: Evoclin (Clindamycin (1%) Foam)

Pros:

Light, not greasy. Easy to apply and didnt dry my skin out.

Cons:

Even though its "fragrance free" it still smells to me.

Been using for for little over a month and its pretty good so far. It really made my skin smooth and helped A LOT with the blackheads. If your insurance doesnt cover it, its a lot of money. I like that it doesnt make my skin shiny after im done washing. However it hasnt worked in my body acne. So far its pretty good.
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August 10, 2009

Pros:

eventually it works for you after 1-2 months

Cons:

u break out like crazy first month and towards the end of the can/bottle/tube ur acne comes back and you break out like crazy for me just in time for picture day....thanks

helps for 1-2 months, after that does not work very well
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February 6, 2009

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none

Cons:

caused my sensitve skin to break out in a rash all over the right side of my chin

rather use OTC'S
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