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Cleocin T Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Clindamycin (as phosphate) 1%; lotion; gel.
Pharmacological Class
Lincosamide antibiotic.
How Supplied
Lotion—60mL; Gel—30g, 60g
Manufacturer
Cleocin T Indications
Indications
Acne vulgaris.
Cleocin T Dosage and Administration
Adult
Apply thin film twice daily.
Children
Not established.
Cleocin T Contraindications
Contraindications
History of regional enteritis, ulcerative or antibiotic-associated colitis.
Cleocin T Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Cleocin T Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid eyes, mouth, abraded skin, mucous membranes. Atopic patients. Discontinue if significant diarrhea occurs. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: monitor infants for possible GI effects.
Cleocin T Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Cleocin T Interactions
Interactions
May potentiate neuromuscular blocking agents. May antagonize erythromycin.
Cleocin T Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Dryness, erythema, burning, peeling, itching, oily skin, abdominal pain, GI upset, gram (–) folliculitus, eye pain, contact dermatitis; rare: diarrhea, colitis.
Cleocin T Clinical Trials
See Literature
Cleocin T Note
Not Applicable
Cleocin T Patient Counseling
See Literature
