Z-Clinz 5
Generic name:benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin topical [ BEN-zoyl-per-OX-ide-and-clin-da-MYE-sin ]
Brand names: Acanya, BenzaClin, Duac, Neuac, Onexton, Z-Clinz 10, Z-Clinz 5
Drug class:Topical acne agents
The Z-Clinz 5 brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Z-Clinz 5?
Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oil and dirt to be washed away.
Clindamycin is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from growing on the skin.
Z-Clinz 5 (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat acne.
Z-Clinz 5 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Z-Clinz 5 can cause a rare but serious allergic reaction or severe skin irritation. Stop using this medicine and get emergency medical help if you have: hives, itching; difficult breathing, feeling light-headed; or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to benzoyl peroxide or clindamycin (Cleocin, Clina-Derm, Clindets).
Although this medicine is applied to the skin, your body may absorb enough clindamycin to cause serious side effects. You may not be able to use this medicine if you have:
inflammation of your intestines (also called enteritis);
if you have ever had severe diarrhea caused by antibiotic medicine.
It is not known whether Z-Clinz 5 will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.
It is not known whether benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
How should I use Z-Clinz 5?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use Z-Clinz 5 in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Using more medicine or applying it more often than prescribed will not make it work any faster, and may increase side effects.
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