Clincent 1 % Gel is used in the treatment of acne. It is used in infections of the skin such as acne (Pimples), abdomen, bone, skin, heart and soft tissues. It also used in post-operative infections.

Clincent Gel side effects

Common

Side Effects of Clincent are Skin irritation, Itching, Dryness.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Clincent Gel works

Clincent 1 % Gel is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

In Depth Information on Clincent Gel

Expert advice for Clincent Gel

If you get diarrhea that is watery or bloody, stop using this medicine and call your doctor.
If you are taking birth control pills while taking clindamycin take a secondary measure of birth control. Please consult your doctor regarding the same.
Consult your doctor if you have or have ever had asthma, allergies, eczema (sensitive skin that often becomes itchy or irritated) or kidney or liver disease.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding, if you become pregnant while taking clindamycin, call your doctor.

Clincent Gel related warnings

Special precautions for Clincent Gel

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

PROBABLY SAFE

Clincent 1 % Gel is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

SAFE

Clincent 1 % Gel is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you miss a dose of Clincent Gel?

If you miss a dose of Clincent 1 % Gel, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Patient Concerns

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Frequently asked questions about Clincent Gel

Frequently asked questions about Clindamycin

Q. Is clindamycin/Clindac/Dalacin a steroid, sulfa drug, cephalosporin, or a penicillin?

Clindamycin belongs to a group of antibiotics called lincosamide antibiotics. Clindamycin is not a cephalosporin, penicillin, or a sulpha drug and does not contain sulpha

Q. Is Clincent good for strep throat, urinary tract infection, sinus infection, sore throat, bladder infection, yeast infection, bacterial vaginosis and ear infection?

Clincent can be used to treat strep throat, sore throat, sinus infection, bladder infection, yeast infection, bacterial vaginosis and ear infection. Clincent can be used but is not the first choice of drug for urinary tract infection

Q. Is Clincent safe?

Clincent is relatively safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Clincent over-the-counter drug?

Clincent is not an over the counter drug. It is a prescription drug

Q. Can I take clindamycin with Advil (ibuprofen), tramadol, Benadryl, and Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone)?

Clindamycin may be taken with ibuprofen, tramadol, Benadryl and Suboxone. Always consult your doctor before use

Q. Can I take clindamycin with a penicillin allergy?

Clindamycin is considered safe for use in patients with a penicillin allergy

Q. Does Clincent treat acne scars?

Clincent can prevent the formation of new scars by preventing formation of new acne, but will not be useful for the scars already formed

Q. Can Clincent cream cause thrush?

Yes, Clincent cream may cause thrush with prolonged use or if you are prone to fungal infections.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 6th Feb 2018.

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