Clindamycin topical for Acne User Reviews (Page 2)

• User
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 31, 2020

"I had very mild to moderate acne for a couple of years. Only prescription I like. I was prescribed (clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide gel) a year and a half ago, and this topical antibiotic gel has dramatically improved my skin. I have barely get pimples on my face because it has really cleared my skin. KEEP IN MIND- It works best with benzoyl peroxide than by itself, and also it depends on what brand you get. However, make sure that you are also eating well and taking some good vitamins, probiotics, and essential minerals such as zinc. I use ultra-gentle Neutrogena facial cleanser, then niacinamide plus zinc by Ordinary serum and la Roche double repair spf30 prebiotic moisturizer in the morning and clindamycin at night. I hope I helped you out."

• MELPY
• May 1, 2017

"I was prescribed the topical ointment Clindatech by my GP after three years trying different medications for my adult cystic acne. It has now been two weeks and the improvement is incredible, I no longer struggle with huge cysts that last for weeks and the smaller spots I had are about 80% gone. I haven't had skin this clear in 10 years. I use the applicator as often as I think to when not wearing makeup and twice a day when I do. A thing to note is that since using this drug I have completely stopped squeezing cysts and blackheads, so that the drug was given a fair go. The only thing I'm not completely satisfied with it the fact that Clindatech doesn't stop small pimples from forming (due to hormones), but it does kill them within days."

• Cystic...
• April 1, 2019

"This topical medication is AMAZING. Im a 23 y/o male and I've always struggled with mild cystic acne. I have Clyndamycin Phosphate (lotion) 1%. Before starting, I had a cyst on my face that would not clear for 4 weeks and two more forming. Legit overnight the swelling went down. I have been using this for about 7 days now (once a day) in combination with a 10% BPO (Benzoyl Peroxide) face wash and my skin has already begun to clear. This product won't cause "purging" like a retinoid or adapalene, because it is an antibiotic and will not cause your skin to turn over, which is a huge plus if you're not dealing with moderate to severe acne (in my non-medical opinion). Some people say it causes drying, which it may. It has Stearic Alcohol in it, so if you're worried about drying I would wait about 30 mins after washing your face to apply, as a freshly washed face will increase likelihood of irritation."

• beaut...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 17, 2016

"I never had bad acne until I started college. This product made me break out 10 times worse for the first 2 months. But thats what its supposed to do. Now I'm on my 3rd month and all of my pimples and bumps are pretty much gone. I was left with some scars but that's also normal and will fade while continuing to use the products. It may seem hopeless at first (trust me) but it really works and its worth it! Good Luck!"

• Fresh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2020

"I've been using the taro clindamycin which has benzoyl peroxide for about a, month. I have many cysts and patches of acne of my chin and jawline. Or should I say I did. Has cleared mostly all just get the odd tiny whitehead now no cysts! I use it at night after cleansing and wait about two hours then apply a moisturizer so my skin doesn't dry out. Warning you need to ease in then apply everyday otherwise it will most certainly irritate your skin. My neck puffed up at first BC it's not used to much of anything on it. All in all my skin is happy just make sure you are moisturizing twice a day!"

• Deepa...
• August 24, 2015

"I am from India. I had severe and uncontrolled acne problem arising due to oily skin and bad liver. I was advised Clindac A (Clindamycin phospate) along with Liv52. Not a single acne since I am applying this gel. As on date, I didnot counter any side-effects."

• Revie...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2018

"I love this medicine! I’ve only been using it for about a month and see major results! For even better results, use it with “Acne Medication 5 Benzoyl Peroxide Gel USP, 5%” They work like a dream together! Though, it made my skin peel the first week I used it, so be careful! After about 2 weeks of use, the peeling stopped and my skin looked amazing! I noticed my acne scars beginning to blur and I’ve never seen my skin look better. Highly recommend, but be cautious of the peeling! Don’t be panicked of it, I believe it’s a side effect. It’ll go away before you know, so don’t stress over it like me. Good luck!"

• Acne
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 21, 2016

"I've always had clear skin until recently, my skin isn't horrible but I never had to worry about pimples on my face. I have always suffered from chest and back acne. Been using this about a year now. Not one pimple now, this began working at week #1. Everyone skin will react different to products, instead of saying it doesn't work day it didn't work for you, because this product is a winner and wonder healer."

• Acne...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 10, 2017

"I am a 18 year old teenager. Yes, I know acne loves to pop up during the teenage age but I've had for more than 5 years. It was really hard for me to be confident when my face is covered in pimples. The only clear spot I have is my temples. After my doctor suggested Clindacin, I was shocked. It burned right when you applied it but that's only because your pores were open. I've been using this for about a week and I've seen major results. My acne has shrunk and some even disappeared! believe me or not but my confidence grows a step higher every time I see one pimple disappear. I still don't have a clear spotless face yet but that's because it's a month long process. I'm only one week into the treatment. I hope this helped! :)"

• Alyssa
• March 1, 2016

"I used to have acne when I was younger then after having my son my skin cleared up. I would get the occasions pimple associated with PMS. Then all of a sudden my skin went bananas! I was breaking out all over my jaw line, knock and chin and they were cystic and hurt very much. I felt uncomfortable and very insecure at 37 yrs old I though my days of hiding due to acne was over. I've been using it for a week now and it has cleared up my skin soooo much. I have to mix it with benzoyl peroxide as well. The only downside it dries the skin and burns a bit by the results are amazing !!"

• nwano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 10, 2019

"What’s so odd is that I used the clindamycin application for 2 months and it completely cleared my acne and made my skin amazing, now at about 3 months my skin is horrible. They say give it 3 months and it should clear all your Inflammatory acne. I had like 10 deep inflamed pimples that have left pitted scars which I’ve never gotten before, and my skin is extremely textured compared to before (comedones). I’m giving it one more month to see if it improves, only one large inflamed pimple left on my face and I better not get many more! What it does help for sure is inflammation and I can definitely tell the difference before and after I apply it. Maybe I’m having antibiotic resistance."

• TheTr...
• August 13, 2016

"I have had problems with acne off and on as a teenager, but after I had our children it got worse. I mean a LOT worse! It got so bad that I have not been in any family pictures or even gone in public for the last 4 years! I am 39 years old and finally got so sick of wasting money and time on everything you can imagine, even tried every old wives tales. Finally my Dr put me on this, benzol peroxide 5% and Retinal- A. Yes weeks 1-3 made it 30%worse but week 4 and beyond my skin looks amazing! I now love going into public and my confidence is through the roof, I would definitely recommend for everyone!"

• NNico...
• April 27, 2017

"I start to have a lot of small acnes again after I was off from Benzamycin for around half year. I was then prescribed Doxycyclin, Clindamycin and Retinol at the end of February. Hearing that Doxycyclin might cause side effects, I decided to not take it. While starting Retinol and Clindamycin, I was peeling, burning and breaking out like crazy. I wore a mask for a whole week when I went to work because I couldn't put make up on and it looked terrible. After two weeks of pain, I finally gave up Retinol and only used Clindamycin. In two weeks, my acnes starts clearing up. Now, it has been a month and my skin is 95% cleared. I really like this medication because it's not dry at all. (Maybe because my skin is used to it already)Give a try!"

• Tinaaa
• December 16, 2013

"I used the liquid version of this product and it worked really well for about 6 months. Then my doctor prescribed the same medication but in a cream version and it's not working at all, instead of clearing my breakouts it makes them worse. It's also making my face extremely oily."

• Kody
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 27, 2015

"I started using Clindamycin at the end of April. It took 2 weeks for my acne to start clearing up and 4 weeks for my acne to stop all together. My doctor recommended that I continue to use Clindamycin for 8 weeks after my acne cleared. So I stopped using it this month (July). Highly recommend this medication. Very gentle yet very effective."

• Latrese
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 23, 2017

"I have been using clindamycin for 2 months and my acne has cleared up and is now smooth no hard huge pimples or zits anymore. I also threw away my mac makeup and bought oil free based make up and stopped eating chocolate per my dermatologist and my skin has been great. Oh the first 2 weeks my acne was worse then it ever was then I used clindaymcin but after that my skin was clear just an FYI. Also my dermatologist told me to buy the differin gel to clear up my dark marks so we shall see how that works."

• KPano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 6, 2019

"I have been using the Clindamycin Phosphate Topical Solution USP 1% with a Tretinoin Cream for my acne. I'm still on my first week but I have definitely noticed an improvement on my face. The only downside is my skin is extremely dry before the cream and about 30 minutes after the cream has been absorbed into my skin. I'm not sure if it's the cream or due to me not washing my face properly before using it. It might not work the same for everyone but this stuff has definitely been saving my life. I was so embarrassed to take pictures due to how bad my acne was getting and then I was prescribed this by my doctor and it has made my face look so much better."

• RCP
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2019

"My son who is 13 just started using this product due to acne in his t-zone. He has really big pores in between his eyes and always breaks out there, on nose and chin. He was already using Differin every night which helped clear up acne for the most part, after the "purge" but he still had breakouts and it was spreading to his cheeks near the nose. Derma prescribed Clindimycin topical gel and for two weeks since starting, his face has really cleared up. Here is the regimen: at night, wash your face with a mild soap (doc recommended Dove Beauty Bar), wait 15 minutes for face to dry. Then use Differin in your problem areas, he just puts it in the tzone. In the morning, wash your face, wait 15 minutes. Then apply the Clindamycin in the affected areas in a thin layer. Use sunscreen (oil free) when going outside. This is working so far, will continue to pray!"

• kapra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2019

"okay so I was prescribed this about 5-6 days ago, and it has made my acne so much worse than it was before. My face has broken out everywhere other than underneath my eyes. Before using this, my face was 95% clear, I maybe had 3 pimples on a bad day. Now I have prob around 70 pimples on my face and my chin is so dry it’s flaking off. I want to continue this lotion but if it doesn’t get better in 7 days then I’m stopping it."

• srila...
• March 17, 2016

"I started getting acne after 13 . I tried all sorts of home remedies till i turned 14 . Then one of my friends just casually told me about this gel . I stared using it immediately cuz the skin was going too worse!! Its not a miracle cure for sure ! I mean it won't c;ear your skin overnight but yes patience is required . After 2 weeks or so i saw some results and guess what ? all my acne and their marks were gone with the continuous use 2 or 3 months . i enjoyed my marks and pimple free skin for a couple of months but it was for just 5-6 months or so ! i started getting them again . I increased the usage of this gel and it got worse. It totally stopped working on my skin . And made it badly worse . So use it and once they are gone plz stop!"

• nou
• October 17, 2015

"It has been an amazing product, I am using this for two years daily and it removed all my pimples and marks, I like this product, no major reaction problems, some times skin may redden, but I rate it 10 out of 10"

• Sam
• March 29, 2016

"Do not take this!! Worst experience of my life. Made my acne 100X worse. Also made my face really red and greasy. Not effective AT ALL. I have no idea why my doctor would prescribe me this. Ruined my life, can't stand being seen like this. Try benzoyl peroxide. Much more effective. Dries out your skin, but an easy fix with lotion."

• Busymom
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2016

"Highly recommend for mild acne. I was put on this to treat my mild hormonal break outs. With in a couple days I had results! No redness,drying or any effects. I wish I would have known about this years ago! Going to start my son on this also. I have the topical dabber. Works great!"

• ava
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 3, 2020

"HORRIBLE! I was prescribed this for acne, after a few days my entire chest, back, and neck was red and covered in bumps and whiteheads. My skin is already oily but this made it 100x worst and my face got extremely bad, after a week I got prescribed an oral antibiotic and it finally started helping clear up my body after a few days but it took WEEKS for my skin to recover. Even now I am still trying to get rid of the scarring it caused."

• Tabby
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 29, 2019

"I’ve been using a topical Clindamycin for over 2 years now to help clear my acne, it’s definitely a miracle drug for me! I never have any problems with my skin while using this product. Highly recommend! But it’s not a cure more like a long term temporary fix, my acne always comes back when I run out sadly. But while I have it, MY SKIN IS FLAWLESS! Good luck!"