Pregnancy interaction

• Topical clindamycin is usually safe to use during pregnancy because it doesn't get into the body very much.
• It should still only be used if a doctor says to.
• Do not use on big regions, broken skin, or irritated skin when you are pregnant.
• Stop right away if you get stomach pain or diarrhea that isn't normal (this is very rare but can happen because of how antibiotics are absorbed).
• Safe to use during breastfeeding as long as it's not on the breast area.
   

 How It Works

• Getting rid of Cutibacterium acnes (P. acnes), the germs that cause acne
• Lessening redness, swelling, and inflammation
• Stopping new acne lesions from forming
• The gel helps get rid of pimples, pustules, and irritated acne.

Uses/Indications

• Mild to moderate acne vulgaris
• Pustules and papules are types of inflammatory acne.
• Getting rid of bacteria that cause acne
• Lessening redness, swelling, and pain
• Stopping fresh breakouts
• Not just for rashes, blackheads, fungal infections, or viral infections.

How to Use

• For use on the outside only
• Wash your face, let it dry fully, and then put on a small coating.
• As your doctor says, use it once or twice a day.
• Stay away from broken skin, eyes, nostrils, and mouth.
• After using, wash your hands.
• For optimal effects, use it all the time.
• 2–4 weeks until you see a difference
• 8 to 12 weeks for full improvement

Medicine interaction

• Be careful with or stay away from:
• Erythromycin (oral or topical) makes the effects of both drugs weaker.
• Benzoyl peroxide, tretinoin, adapalene, and salicylic acid may make your skin drier. You can apply them at different times of the day, such as in the morning and at night.
• Other topical antibiotics make skin more irritated.
• Cosmetics with alcohol in them might cause burning or peeling.
• Interactions throughout the body (rare)
• When taken with oral clindamycin, the risk of GI problems goes up.

Side Effects

• Skin that is dry
• Redness
• Burning or tingling
• Peeling a little
• Itching
• Not as Common:
• Skin that is oily or glossy
• Irritation or sensitivity
• Serious (rare):
• Very bad diarrhea
• Cramping in the stomach
• Stools with blood
• ← Signs of pseudomembranous colitis (extremely rare with topical usage)

Expert Advice

• To keep your skin from drying out, use a moisturizer that doesn't clog pores.
• Always use sunscreen during the day.
• Don't put heavy makeup or oily creams on top of acne.
• Don't scrub or squeeze your pimples.
• If the irritation is bad, cut back to once a day or every other day.
• See a dermatologist if things don't get better in 6 to 8 weeks.
• Do not take for longer than the doctor says.

FAQs for Medicine?
 

Q1: Is it safe to take Clinsol when pregnant?
Yes, but only with a doctor's permission.

Q2: How long does it take for acne to get better?
Results will start to show in 2 to 4 weeks, and the entire effect will be felt in 8 to 12 weeks.

Q3: Is it okay to use benzoyl peroxide and Clinsol together?
Yes, but use them at various times to avoid irritation.

Q4: Does it assist with blackheads?
Not directly. It works best on pimples that are red and swollen.

Q5: Is it okay for teens to use?
Yes, doctors often give it to teens with acne.

Q6: Is it okay to use it with moisturizer?
Yes, put on moisturizer after the gel.

Q7: Does acne become worse at first?
You can feel some irritation at first, but acne normally gets better.