Cleocin instructions

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Generic Name: clindamycin topical (klin da MYE sin)

Common Brand Name C/ T/ S, Cleocin T, Clinda-Derm, Clindets Pledget

What is the most important information I should know about Cleocin?
• It may take up to 3 months to see the effects of this drug. Do not stop using clindamycin topical if you do not see results immediately.
• Avoid your eyes, nose, mouth, and lips when applying clindamycin topical. If medication gets in any of these areas, wash with water.
• Stop using clindamycin topical and talk to your doctor if you experience severe diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, or abdominal pain.

What is Cleocin?

• Clindamycin is an antibiotic. Clindamycin topical prevents bacteria from growing on your skin.
• Clindamycin is used topically to treat bacterial infections such as acne.
• Clindamycin topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Cleocin uses:
Topical clindamycin is an antibiotic used to treat acne. It has also been used for the treatment of rosacea (a facial skin condition). This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

How to use Cleocin:
Cleocin must be used as directed. Clean and dry the affected area before applying the medication. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth or broken skin. If this occurs, rinse well with running water. Don't use more often than prescribed.

Cleocin drug interactions:
Before you use Cleocin, tell your doctor about any other drugs you are taking, including nonprescription drugs. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Cleocin warning:
Cleocin should be used only for serious infections because severe, even fatal, intestinal problems (pseudomembranous colitis) can occur. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop persistent diarrhea, abdominal or stomach pain, or blood/mucous in your stool. Your doctor will decide if you require other treatment. These symptoms may occur weeks after stopping use of Cleocin. Do not use anti-diarrhea products or narcotic pain medications if you have these symptoms. These products may make the symptoms worse. Your doctor will monitor you closely while you are using this medication.

Cleocin side effects:
Cleocin may cause dry, scaly or peeling skin, irritation or oiliness of the skin. Contact your doctor if diarrhea or stomach pain occur. Do not take any anti-diarrhea medications. If skin rash, itching, redness or other irritation not present before using Cleocin occurs, notify your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Cleocin precautions:
Although unlikely, clindamycin has been reported to be absorbed through the skin in certain individuals. Therefore, before using Cleocin, tell your doctor if you have had colitis or any gastrointestinal disease, liver or kidney disease or an allergic reaction to clindamycin. Women who are pregnant or breast-feeding should inform their doctors.

Overdose:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Notes:
Cleocin has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. A different medication may be necessary in those cases.

Missed dose:
If you should miss a dose of Cleocin, apply it as soon as remembered. If you do not remember until it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.

Storage:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight.

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