Generic Name:

Therapeutic Class:

Topical Agents for Acne

Availability:

Rx

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Form:

Topical gel

CLINDAMYCIN; ADAPALENE; BENZOYL PEROXIDE (klin da MYE sin; a DAP a leen; BEN zoe ill per OX ide) treats acne. It works by decreasing inflammation and promoting skin cell turnover to prevent clogged pores. It also kills and prevents the growth of bacteria that cause acne. It is a combination of an antibiotic, a retinoid, and an antiseptic.