Clinoxid 1% Gel

Clinoxid 1% Gel is a topical acne medicine that contains clindamycin 1% in each tube. Clindamycin is an antibiotic in the lincosamide class, and this gel is used on the skin to help treat acne by reducing acne-causing bacteria and inflammation. Clinoxid 1% Gel is typically applied directly to affected areas rather than taken by mouth. It is intended for acne that a clinician has decided may benefit from a topical antibiotic.

How it works: Clindamycin in Clinoxid 1% Gel works by slowing the growth of acne-causing bacteria on the skin. The gel form lets the medicine spread in a thin layer over acne-prone areas so it can act where breakouts form.

Clinoxid 1% Gel is the only strength/form listed for this brand, so it represents the full product strength available here rather than a lower or higher sibling option. Because it is a 1% topical gel, a doctor may choose it when a lightweight, fast-drying acne treatment is preferred for oily or acne-prone skin. The gel base can feel less heavy than creams or ointments, and the 1% concentration is meant for use exactly as prescribed on the skin.

• Acne vulgaris
• Inflamed pimples
• Papules and pustules
• Acne on the face, chest, or back
• Topical antibacterial acne treatment

• Wash your hands before and after applying Clinoxid 1% Gel.
• Clean and gently dry the affected skin before each application.
• Apply a thin layer of the gel to the acne-affected area only, exactly as directed by your doctor.
• Do not use more than directed; using extra gel will not speed up results and may irritate the skin.
• Avoid getting the gel in your eyes, mouth, nose, or on broken skin unless your prescriber says otherwise.
• Let the gel dry before applying makeup or sunscreen unless your clinician advises a different routine.

Clinoxid 1% Gel provides clindamycin 1% for topical use, so the amount applied is measured by the thin layer you put on the skin, not by swallowing a tablet or capsule. Your doctor decides how often to use it; topical clindamycin products are commonly used once or twice daily, and you should not exceed the prescribed amount or frequency. Because this is a prescription acne medicine, the exact dose and duration should be individualized by your clinician.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Clindamycin may include:

• Dry skin
• Mild skin irritation
• Redness
• Itching
• Burning or stinging sensation
• Peeling or flaking skin

• Use only on the skin and do not swallow Clinoxid 1% Gel.
• Do not apply to cuts, eczema flare-ups, or severely irritated skin unless your doctor instructs you to.
• Avoid getting the gel in your eyes, lips, or inside the nose.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of antibiotic-associated colitis or severe diarrhea.
• Use caution with other acne products that may dry or irritate the skin, such as benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, or alcohol-based products, unless your prescriber recommends the combination.
• Stop and seek medical advice if you develop significant diarrhea during treatment.
• Use only the amount prescribed; more frequent use can increase irritation without improving acne faster.

• Other topical acne medicines that can increase dryness or irritation
• Erythromycin products used on the skin
• Neuromuscular blocking medicines if clindamycin is absorbed significantly, especially in people with severe illness or open skin damage
• Other antibiotics that your doctor may want to review to avoid unnecessary overlap

Store Clinoxid 1% Gel tightly closed at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture, and keep it out of reach of children.