Clindamycin Phos-Benzoyl Perox Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- CLINDAMYCIN PHOS-BENZOYL PEROX (Generic for ACANYA)
- QTY 45
- 1.2(1)%-5%
- Gel
- - Near Shenandoah, Texas 77381

BENZOYL PEROXIDE;CLINDAMYCIN GEL (BEN zoe ill per OX ide; klin da MYE sin) is used on the skin to treat mild to moderate acne.

CLINDAMYCIN PHOS-BENZOYL PEROX (Generic for ACANYA) Information

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What is this medication?
How should I use this medication?

This medicine is for injection or infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 7 weeks for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What may interact with this medication?

This medicine may interact with the following medications:
-certain antibiotics like gentamicin, kanamycin, neomycin, streptomycin, tetracyclines, bacitracin, polymyxin B, colistin, colistimethate
-general anesthetics like enflurane, isoflurane, halothane
-magnesium
-other medicines that relax muscles for surgery
-quinidine

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
What if I miss a dose?
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-eye irritation, itching
-facial flushing
-signs and symptoms of low blood pressure like dizziness; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls; unusually weak or tired
-signs and symptoms of muscle injury like dark urine; trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine; unusually weak or tired; muscle pain; back pain

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
-muscle pain
-muscle weakness

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Where should I keep my medication?

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.