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Clindamycin is a topical antibiotic that helps slow or stop bacterial growth and also helps reduce skin inflammation.

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Clindamycin is a topical antibiotic that helps slow or stop bacterial growth and also helps reduce skin inflammation.

It is normally applied twice a day.

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May 2, 2009

Pros:

great, it does dry your skin, so use Vitamin E lotion to balance your skin out. It gets rid of pimples easily but doesn't stop them from popping up. I would still recommend it though

Cons:

drying, otherwise it's good, i had no problem using extra moisturizer

it doesn't cure anytihng but gets rid of whatever is on your face. i used this in combo with retin-A-micro and the pill. I know how everyone feels, it SUCKS, but everyones different, and find what works for you. i went to about 3 doctors to figure out what the deal was, but eventually after I kept up with all three of the meds, everything started clearing up. good luck:)
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April 18, 2009

Pros:

reduces redness.

Cons:

it took 6 weeks to see a difference and b/e it makes skin oily it increased blackheads. didn't really get rid of the acne just reduced.

i'm going back to the doctors this monday nad asking for something else.
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April 1, 2009

Pros:

Helps clear acne without causing dry patches or irritation.

Cons:

Can't think of any.

My mom reccommended this treatment because I've tried using just about EVERYTHING such as Differin, ProActiv, Murad etc. I began breaking out alot on my forehead and this really helped clear it. I use it once a day every night after my skin care regimen and I don't know what I would do without this! This has got to be my holy grail acne treatment.
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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.
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March 19, 2009

Pros:

cleared up most of my acne in a month

Cons:

gets oily, makes some pimples red and big

I think it works.
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March 16, 2009

Pros:

Easy to apply, works well, and doesnt dry out skin. Oh, and super affordable ($5)!!

Cons:

Takes time.

I have used EVERY THING, I mean everything. From all the stuff on the shelf at drug stores to all the late night commercials. Even ProActive. Nothing worked. Until I finally got fed up and got the insurance to go to the doctor. He proscribed me Clindamycin Phosphate Gel 1%. At first I didnt think it was working, but I was determined to stick with it. Now its been 4 weeks and I am very happy with it. The best thing about it is that it prevents acne from forming. I highly recommend this product. And hope that all those who feel like I did will use it too.
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February 6, 2009

Pros:

It clears acne effectively and leaves no scar.

Cons:

Smelly. Because clindamycin i use is alcohol-based, some stinging sensation is inevitable. Can't be used under sunlight (UV will irritate skin). Tightness will be felt.

Use with Cetaphil, it works very well. And it's not as harsh as differin, so it can be used as a preventative medication.
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January 23, 2009

Pros:

I got it from my nice friend for free.
Less messy coz it comes with a dabbing tube, I don't have to touch anything with my finger.

Cons:

It works slowly. But I can tell it's working, really. All you need is patience.

My first two dermatologist prescribe me to the gel version of Dalacin T 1% They worked fast in the beginning but it started to slow down so I stopped. A year after trying out different things which costed me tens of thousands of Japanese Yen, I'm glad my friend whose parents are doctors introduce me back to Clindamycin Phosphate, and I can see improvement within 2 weeks. If you're tired of anything else and don't mind to wait until it works, I recommend this. btw, I'm using neutrogena face wash and face scrub too. I think they works well together with my dalacin t.
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January 8, 2009

Pros:

dries up on skin rather nicely; don't feel that sticky moisture that most topicals have; helps to stop those forming (under the skin) pimples.

Cons:

leaves skin dry sometimes (just need a moisturizer); takes a LONG time to see dramatic results; the lotion is runny.

Don't just stop using it if you don't see any results. Give it at least a month and see what happens. I initially used it (clindamycin phosphate solution) for two weeks. I didn't see any change so i stopped. Went back to benzyol and realized i felt more comfortable with clinda. on; benzyol leaves my skin all tight and dry =P but yeah, give it some time to work.
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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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