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Description
Clindac A 1% Solution is an antibiotic used for the treatment of acne (pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads) on your face, back, and chest caused by bacteria. It helps in reducing excess oil production, blackheads, whiteheads, or painful lumps beneath the skin. Clindac A 1% Solution works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause acne.
Clindac A 1% Solution may cause side effects such as skin rash, dry skin, redness, itching, and burning sensation at the site of application. Contact your doctor if these side effects persist or become worse.
Clindac A 1% Solution is meant for external use only. Wash and dry the affected area. Apply a small amount of Clindac A 1% Solution to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Make sure to wash your hands before and after use. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth.
Clindac A 1% Solution is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about any other anti-acne medicines that you are using.
Clindac A 1% Solution is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Clindac A 1% Solution
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Clindac A 1% Solution
Dry skin
Redness of the skin
Burning sensation
Skin peeling
Skin irritation
Skin rash
Uses of Clindac A 1% Solution
What is it prescribed for?
Acne vulgaris
Acne vulgaris is a long-term skin condition that occurs due to the blockage of the hair follicles with oil and dead cells. It may cause whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, pustules, or cysts. Clindac A 1% Solution is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
You will start to see an improvement in 2 to 6 weeks after using Clindac A 1% Solution. It will take around 12 weeks to see the complete effects.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time duration for which Clindac A 1% Solution remains effective is not known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Clindac A 1% Solution.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Clindac A 1% Solution is generally safe to be used in pregnancy. It is not known to cause any harm to the foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before you use this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Clindac A 1% Solution is not known to be harmful while breastfeeding. However, topical application to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in your baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid using Clindac A 1% Solution if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Clindac A 1% Solution is generally safe to be used in pregnancy. It is not known to cause any harm to the foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before you use this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Clindac A 1% Solution is not known to be harmful while breastfeeding. However, topical application to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in your baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Use with other skin products
Avoid using Clindac A 1% Solution with other topical anti-acne medicines, cosmetics, skin products with alcohol (shaving creams), and medicated soaps unless recommended by your doctor. It can increase the risk of side effects such as peeling of the skin, irritation, or dryness.
External use only
Clindac A 1% Solution is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membrane, mouth, or open wounds.
Use in children
Clindac A 1% Solution is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Clindac A 1% Solution as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Clindac A 1% Solution is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large amounts. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Clindac A 1% Solution may get absorbed into the blood when applied to the skin and cause diarrhoea. If you have any stomach or intestinal problems, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), use it with caution.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Clindac A 1% Solution is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membrane, or open wounds. In case of accidental contact, wash with water thoroughly.
Apply a thin layer of Clindac A 1% Solution to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Finish the entire course of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few weeks.
Clindac A 1% Solution is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.
You may have to use it for months or even longer in some cases to keep your acne under control.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Clindac A 1% Solution works by stopping the growth of bacteria and preventing the acne from spreading.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Lincomycin derivatives, Topical acne agents, Antibiotics
Schedule
Schedule H
Drugs, H., 2021. Clindamycin Topical: Medlineplus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 5 January 2021].
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Related Questions
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Can I apply clindac gel at night following it up with moisturiser or should apply it in the morning.
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Seperate.. however treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to h...more
Question:
Can Clindac 1%gel be used during pregnancy ???
Is it safe
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Safe.. However, treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to horm...more
Question:
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Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Kindly check the composition
Question:
Actually my daughter has a doubt.. Saturday u told her to apply dermadew cream or fairlite in the mo...more
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Without seeing can't comment...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily...more
Question:
Having rashes on cheeks but no pain or itching and dermatologist prescribed clindac a gel ,is it saf...more
Answer from Dr. Anusha Katare
Yes it's safe to use.
Information on this page was last updated on 2 Dec 2021
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