Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide

Q: What should I know before taking Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Colitis: Orally and parenterally administered clindamycin has been associated with severe colitis, which may result in death. Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis) have been reported with the use of topical and systemic clindamycin. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel should be discontinued if significant diarrhea occurs. ( 5.1 ) Ultraviolet Light and Environmental Exposure: Minimize sun exposure following drug applicati

Q: Is Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide available over the counter?

Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

Prescription

ชื่อทางการค้า: Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide

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Topical

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TOPICAL

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.

About This Medication

11 DESCRIPTION Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1.2%/2.5% is a combination product with two active ingredients in a white to off-white, opaque, smooth, aqueous gel formulation intended for topical use. Clindamycin phosphate is a water-soluble ester of the semisynthetic antibiotic produced by a 7(S)-chloro-substitution of the 7(R)-hydroxyl group of the parent antibiotic lincomycin. The chemical name for clindamycin phosphate is Methyl 7-chloro-6,7,8-trideoxy-6-(1-methyl-trans-4-propyl-L-2-pyrrolidinecarboxamido)-1-thio-L-threo- α -D-galacto-octopyranoside 2 -(dihydrogen phosphate). The structural formula for clindamycin phosphate is represented below: Clindamycin phosphate: Molecular Formula: C 18 H 34 ClN 2 O 8 PS Molecular Weight: 504.97 Benzoyl peroxide is an antibacterial and keratolytic agent. The structural formula for benzoyl peroxide is represented below: Benzoyl peroxide: Molecular Formula: C 14 H 10 O 4 Molecular Weight: 242.23 Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel contains the following inactive ingredients: carbomer homopolymer type C, poloxamer 124, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, and purified water. Each gram of clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel contains 1.2% of clindamycin phosphate which is equivalent to 1% clindamycin. Chemical Structure Chemical Structure

ส่วนประกอบออกฤทธิ์

ส่วนประกอบ	ความแรง
Benzoyl Peroxide	-
Clindamycin Phosphate	-

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or older. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is a combination of clindamycin phosphate (a lincosamide antibacterial) and benzoyl peroxide indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or older. ( 1 )

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12.1 Mechanisms of Action Clindamycin: Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibacterial [see Microbiology (12.4) ] . Benzoyl Peroxide: Benzoyl peroxide is an oxidizing agent with bactericidal and keratolytic effects but the precise mechanism of action is unknown.

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Before applying clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel, wash your face gently with a mild soap, rinse with warm water, and pat your skin dry. Apply a pea-sized amount of clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel to the face once daily. Avoid the eyes, mouth, mucous membranes, or areas of broken skin. Use of clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel beyond 12 weeks has not been evaluated. Concomitant topical acne therapy should be used with caution because a possible cumulative irritancy effect may occur, especially with the use of peeling, desquamating, or abrasive agents. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Apply a pea-sized amount of clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel to the face once daily. ( 2 ) Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. ( 2 )

Side Effects Overview

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following selected adverse reactions occurred in less than 0.2% of patients: application site pain (0.1%); application site exfoliation (0.1%); and application site irritation (0.1%). ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc., at 1-866-923-4914 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reactions observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot always be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The following selected adverse reactions occurred in less than 0.2% of patients treated with clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel: application site pain (0.1%); application site exfoliation (0.1%); and application site irritation (0.1%). During clinical trials, subjects were assessed for local cutaneous signs and symptoms of erythema, scaling, itching, burning and stinging. Most local skin reactions increased and peaked around Week 4 and continually decreased over time reaching near baseline levels by Week 12. The percentage of subjects that had symptoms present before treatment, the maximum value recorded during treatment, and the percent with symptoms present at Week 12 are shown in Table 1. Table 1: Percent of Subjects with Local Skin Reactions. Combined Results from the Two Phase 3 Trials (N = 773) Before Treatment (Baseline) Maximum During Treatment End of Treatment (Week 12) Mild Mod. Mod. = Moderate Severe Mild Mod. Severe Mild Mod. Severe Erythema 22 4 0 25 5 <1 15 2 0 Scaling 8 <1 0 18 3 0 8 1 0 Itching 10 2 0 15 2 0 6 <1 0 Burning 3 <1 0 8 2 0 2 <1 0 Stinging 2 <1 0 6 1 0 1 <1 0 6.2 Postmarketing Experience Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Anaphylaxis, as well as allergic reactions leading to hospitalizations, has been reported in postmarketing use of products containing clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide.

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Colitis: Orally and parenterally administered clindamycin has been associated with severe colitis, which may result in death. Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis) have been reported with the use of topical and systemic clindamycin. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel should be discontinued if significant diarrhea occurs. ( 5.1 ) Ultraviolet Light and Environmental Exposure: Minimize sun exposure following drug application. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Colitis Systemic absorption of clindamycin has been demonstrated following topical use of clindamycin. Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis) have been reported with the use of topical and systemic clindamycin. When significant diarrhea occurs, clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel should be discontinued. Severe colitis has occurred following oral and parenteral administration of clindamycin with an onset of up to several weeks following cessation of therapy. Antiperistaltic agents such as opiates and diphenoxylate with atropine may prolong and/or worsen severe colitis. Severe colitis may result in death. Studies indicate toxin(s) produced by Clostridia is one primary cause of antibiotic-associated colitis. The colitis is usually characterized by severe persistent diarrhea and severe abdominal cramps and may be associated with the passage of blood and mucus. Stool cultures for Clostridium difficile and stool assay for C. difficile toxin may be helpful diagnostically. 5.2 Ultraviolet Light and Environmental Exposure Minimize sun exposure including use of tanning beds or sun lamps following drug application. 5.3 Concomitant Topical Medications Concomitant topical acne therapy should be used with caution since a possible cumulative irritancy effect may occur, especially with the use of peeling, desquamating, or abrasive agents. If irritancy or dermatitis occurs, reduce frequency of application or temporarily interrupt treatment and resume once the irritation subsides. Treatment should be discontinued if the irritation persists.

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is contraindicated in: Patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylaxis) to clindamycin, benzoyl peroxide, any components of the formulation, or lincomycin. ( 4.1 ) Patients with a history of regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or antibiotic-associated colitis. ( 4.2 ) 4.1 Hypersensitivity Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is contraindicated in those individuals who have shown hypersensitivity to clindamycin, benzoyl peroxide, any components of the formulation, or lincomycin. Anaphylaxis, as well as allergic reactions leading to hospitalization, has been reported in postmarketing use with clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel [see Postmarketing Experience (6.2) ]. 4.2 Colitis/Enteritis Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is contraindicated in patients with a history of regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or antibiotic-associated colitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ].

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12.3 Pharmacokinetics The systemic absorption of clindamycin was investigated in an open-label, multiple-dose trial in 16 adult subjects with moderate to severe acne vulgaris treated with 1 gram of clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel applied to the face once daily for 30 days. Twelve subjects (75%) had at least one quantifiable clindamycin plasma concentration above the lower limit of quantification (LOQ = 0.5 ng/mL) on Day 1 or Day 30. On Day 1, the mean (± standard deviation) peak plasma concentration (C max ) was 0.78 ± 0.22 ng/mL (n=9 with measurable concentrations), and the mean AUC 0-t was 5.29 ± 0.81 h∙ng/mL (n=4). On Day 30, the mean C max was 1.22 ± 0.88 ng/mL (n=10), and the mean AUC 0-t was 8.42 ± 6.01 h∙ng/mL (n=6). Clindamycin plasma concentrations were below LOQ in all subjects at 24 hours post-dose on the three tested days (Day 1, 15, and 30). Benzoyl peroxide has been shown to be absorbed by the skin where it is converted to benzoic acid.

Frequently Asked Questions

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or older. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is a combination of clindamycin phosphate (a lincosamide antibacterial) and benzoyl peroxide indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or older. ( 1 )

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Before applying clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel, wash your face gently with a mild soap, rinse with warm water, and pat your skin dry. Apply a pea-sized amount of clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel to the face once daily. Avoid the eyes, mouth, mucous membranes, or areas of broken skin. Use of clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel beyond 12 weeks has not been evaluated. Concomitant topical acne therapy should be used with caution …

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Colitis: Orally and parenterally administered clindamycin has been associated with severe colitis, which may result in death. Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis) have been reported with the use of topical and systemic clindamycin. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel should be discontinued if significant diarrhea occurs. ( 5.1 ) Ultraviolet Light and Environmental Exposure: Minimize sun exposure following drug application. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Colitis Systemic absorption of clindamycin has been demonstrated following …

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is contraindicated in: Patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylaxis) to clindamycin, benzoyl peroxide, any components of the formulation, or lincomycin. ( 4.1 ) Patients with a history of regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or antibiotic-associated colitis. ( 4.2 ) 4.1 Hypersensitivity Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel is contraindicated in those individuals who have shown hypersensitivity to clindamycin, benzoyl peroxide, any components of the formulation, or lincomycin. Anaphylaxis, as well as allergic …

Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

References & Data Sources

• DailyMed — Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide drug label (National Library of Medicine)
• openFDA — Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
• NDC Directory — Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide (FDA National Drug Code)

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