Duac - Clindamycin/benzoyl Peroxide - Topical Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Duac.
• Benzaclin, Duac
• klin-duh-MY sin/BEN-zoh-ill per-OX-ide

Possible Side Effects

• Dry skin, redness/irritation, or itching/burning may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Overdose

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

Warning

• This medication may infrequently cause severe, even fatal, intestinal problems (pseudomembranous colitis).
• 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 this drug.
• 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.

Usage Instructions

• Before applying each dose, gently wash the affected areas, rinse the areas with warm water, and pat dry.
• Apply a small amount of this medication to the affected areas of the skin as directed by your doctor.
• Gently rub this medication into the skin using your fingertips or an applicator.
• Wash your hands after each use.
• Avoid any contact of this medication with your eyes or inside your nose or mouth; doing so could cause irritation.
• Avoid contact of this medication with hair or colored fabric/clothing because it may bleach or cause discoloration.

Duac Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature as directed on the packaging.
• After 2 months, discard any unused portion of this medication.

Medicinal Applications

• This combination medication is used to treat acne.
• It works by treating the bacterial infection that causes acne.

Duac Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

Read Before Using Duac (precautions)

• This medication is not recommended for use if you have a history of the following medical conditions.