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.
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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
February 20, 2013
Pros:
cleared my skin, not even a scar left!!
Cons:
dryed my face out a bit at first.
I never write reviews but I feel like this has changed my life! After using murad (NEVER USE MURAD!!!) my face was horrible large cystic acne, it was painfull emotional and physically. I had it for about a year untill I got a prescription for acne dabber taro clindamycin. after about 2-3 weeks i notice a huge difference! after 2-3 months i didnt have not one pimple left on my face.. now 5 months later i dont even have scars left on my face, def try it :);)
February 16, 2013
Pros:
Instantly worked
Didn't dry my skin
Faded a lot of my acne scars
Inexpensive
Cons:
None so far!!!
I have mild acne just on my chin and forehead area and it's always been my main concern, expecsially my acne scars. So my doctor prescribed me this and it had no cost. After the first use you could see the difference. I usually have a problem with dry skin with EVERYTHING I use but this didn't seem to dry out my skin that bad. I would deffinetly recommend this
February 11, 2013
Pros:
this is tge 2nd time i have tried along with trentanin cream. the first time i did 2 weeks and it was hell! my face peeled of, was sore to touch, and pimples were worse than ever. i was so enraged i screamed at my DR. about the results. i aaked him to put me back on metronitizole gel. after the summer was over i decited i would try again while i hibernated over winter. what i found was that i was using too much of the products. its been 2 months with clindamycin and trention and my skin if flaw
Cons:
only use a tiny pea size amount. less is DEF more!!!
i love the results!!! the second time around. use in moderation.
February 8, 2013
Pros:
started working straight away
dramatic improvement
Cons:
none so far
try it! i've suffered from cystic acne for 17yrs, wish i'd used this earlier, its been so effective i can't quite believe it
January 25, 2013
Pros:
The gel does not dry out skin.
Works amazingly well starting day 1.
Does not smell.
Cons:
Can be expensive.
I've been using this for about a week now, and it's already made huge improvements with my jaw/mouth/chin/nose acne. I wish I would have started using this years ago to prevent the scarring my acne caused. I have a prescription drug deductible before I can use my co-pay, so my first tube cost me $95. I'm super conservative when it comes to topicals so I've been using it once a day before bed. I am very anti-drug, especially when it comes to antibiotics, but the benefits are definitely worth it.
January 5, 2013
Pros:
Light weight, no smell, effective, no side effects.
Cons:
None
Keep using religiously and it will work. Dries out pimples, no cysts and fades dark spots
January 4, 2013
Pros:
Started working on day 1! I have cystic acne... or I should say "had" cystic acne and some zits with puss on my face. The first time I applied this was at night and when I woke up in the morning, the zits had dramatically decreased. I have been on this medication a little over a month and my face is totally clear. I don't even feel any of the bumps underneath my face when I wash and that is a great feeling!!
Cons:
Smells like rubbing alcohol. I have to hold my breath when applying.
Dries out skin- My Dr. prescribed Lac Hydrin Five. Works wonders!
This is the best acne medication I have ever been on.
January 2, 2013
Pros:
1.This product works amazingly for acne.
2.Reduces the size of the pimple from the first day of usage.
3. clears acne.
3.No chemical kind of smell.
4.It's a liquid so its not greasy. its very light.
Cons:
None :)
This product works amazingly for my acne. oh god, its awesome!! I bought this product as it was recommended by the doctor. i had my capsules n applied this. the second day after usage, my acne became smaller n less noticeable. i had lots of small acne n now they r all clearing up!!! I would recommend this product to people with combo to oily skin as it may dry out very dry skin. so i use moisturizer after it. just love it!
hope it helped :) n I'm waiting for it's results a month or two. :)
January 1, 2013
Pros:
Clears Acne
Removes scarring
Minimizes Pores
Skin looks smooth
Cons:
Sticky
Expensive without insurance
Face looks oily
Can't wear makeup
New breakouts within the first weeks
The product works well, you just have to be patient. It took a week for me to see results. It works for mild to moderate acne. It took about a month for all of my acne to be cleared.
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.