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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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October 4, 2010

Pros:

Fast results
Cheap
Can wear under makeup
Non-drying

Cons:

My feel burning sensation upon application

I started Clindamycin treatment a little over a week ago. I apply it topically twice a day in conjunction with Benzoyl Peroxide. I know its still early into the treatment but I had to leave a review on the progress so far because I am so pleased with the results. It has cleared up my skin amazingly! I had terrible acne and blemishes that were so hard to control. First my MD put me on Tretinoin but it made my face so dry and peel like an onion. Then he switched me to Clindamycin and I love it! It completely takes away any painful inflammation. All of my pimples were about half their size two days later. My forehead is totally clear now and it was broken out just a few days ago. My skin is finally getting under control. Also, I tend to have extremely dry skin and this medication does not dry it out.
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September 14, 2010

Pros:

- Works and works fast
- I like the tube it comes in, dries up fast and comfortable to keep on over night
- Free since its a prescription!!!!

Cons:

- Bleaches clothes or towels
- Available by prescription only and only good for 4 months after opening

Ive been using treament gels for a long time now like benzoyl peroxide you can buy in stores the 5% ones. Which work well but this Clindoxyl gel (Clindamyncin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide) Is so amazing and so much better! You can only get it as a prescription well mine is a prescription... I have cystic acne that comes and goes and also have chest acne thats pretty bad. This will stop my acne from getting worse and will litterally heal my acne overnight. I do hate that it bleaches clothes I have to be very careful around new towels and new pjs.. But it works so thats why I use it. Cystic acne is very hard to get rid of and this stuff is the only thing that heals them fast! And its free since it was a prescription! And I cannot count how many usless acne products ive purchased through out the years!!
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May 1, 2010

Pros:

Clear skin, less blackheads, no dryness or irritation, no initial breakout.

I've had moderate acne for years and this is the only product that has ever consistently worked for me. I used to wake up everyday with a new pimple. I cannot remember the last time I brokeout after using this. No initial breakout for me...no dryness, no irritation. I cannot recommend this stuff enough.
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April 10, 2010

Pros:

1. Large tube
2. Clears pimples in about a weeks time.
3. Doesnt sting for me.
4. Not much of a smell.
5. Doesn't stain like B.P.

Cons:

1. Possible bacteria resistance can occur.
2. Can be drying - will make skin flake

I believe I have hormonal acne. 28 y.o. male. I use this as a spot treatment only - as ordered by my doctor. Do not apply everywhere. I apply it after my shower which consists of a shave and face wash with Cetaphil Genle Skin Cleanser at night time. Just apply a thin film over the affected area. I rub it in with a q-tip (personal preference). Its been working great for the past week as I have been avoiding processed sugars and also taking a multivitamin with said routine. $5 with insurance.
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February 23, 2010

Pros:

This DOES work! you start noticing it within the first week! i have really bad acne, lots of huge bumps that stay on my face for weeks at a time and tiny ones all over my face too that did not want to go away. i am taking the pills and im applying it to my face in the gel form which i have a perscription for too. its wonderful! i have been using it for about 2 weeks and my face is almost completely clear...and the only kind of bumps left are very small. im so happy now

Cons:

none!

TAKE THIS! ITS AMAZING!
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February 17, 2010

Pros:

I had suffered acne for about a year and started noticing it was just getting worse and worse. So I went to my doctor and she prescribed this. I absolutely love it! I get compliments on my skin all the time now. I virtually have no zits expect around "that time of the month" and even then I only have one or two and they are sooo tinyyy. I have major confidence in my skin now. I used to be self conscious but now I dont have to wear hardly any makeup. I love it sooo much! So keep using it!

Cons:

I really don't have any except your face gets dry but if you exfoliate and moisturize your skin.. then your good :)

You should def. take it. It's wonderful.
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December 13, 2009

Pros:

Great, I love it!

Cons:

Strong smell (alcohol) and it gives you dry skin.

I paid nine dollarsfor three bottles of clindamycin. It is a great product. I did not have very bad acne but over the summer I got bad acne on my forehead but now i just get a couple a month. it is working very well, totally recommend it for any type of skin type.
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November 13, 2009

Pros:

I no longer wake up wondering how many new pimples I have! It worked relatively quickly. I began using it in the AM and Retin A at night, but the Retin-A dried my skin out horribly (pealing, redness, etc.). I now use it before bed (the solution).

Cons:

Somewhat strong smell - I would also recommend that if you have sensitive skin to use only once a day (and not with other acne meds).

Great! Highly recommend and wish I had known about this YEARS ago!!!
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November 11, 2009

Pros:

My skin absolutely loves this stuff!!!! Been using it in the Am and using Retin-a in the Pm and it has done wonders for my acne!!!

Cons:

No cons that I have experienced yet

I put Clindamycin under my makeup in the morning and it gives my skin a nice healthy glow. My complection looks much more clear and pores look smaller.
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November 3, 2009

Pros:

Love it love it! I have used it for about 5 months now and I have bad acne! It did take about a month to really make a big difference. I use it twice a day after washing my face.

Cons:

None

If you use it faithfully and apply twice a day after washing your face you will get the results you have been long waiting for. I have tried every over the counter products and this is the only thing that I found to work successfully.
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