Clindamycin + Nicotinamide Cream

Clindamycin + Nicotinamide Cream

Clindamycin + Nicotinamide is a type of antibiotic called lincomycin antibiotics and is used mainly to treat inflamed acne. It reduces the production of excessive natural oil, i.e., sebum. It also decreases puffiness due to acne. Acne is a skin disorder where the skin’s oil glands get clogged and form pimples and, at times, cysts.

Clindamycin+Nicotinamide contains two drugs, i.e., Clindamycin and Nicotinamide. Clindamycin is a lincomycin antibiotic, which exerts penetration action against the skin and aids in killing the bacteria responsible for causing acne. Nicotinamide, on the contrary, is a vitamin B derivative, which is accountable for producing anti-inflammatory actions that are topically applied to the skin. Both together aid in relieving swelling, redness, and tenderness due to pimples or acne. In addition to this, it also stops the development of pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads on the skin.

Benefits:

• Clindamycin is an important bacteriostatic antibiotic for treating the whole spectrum of acne, bacterial skin infections, and the scars left by acne, and can be used for both dry and oily skin.
• It promotes the healing of acne by eliminating acne-causing bacteria and stopping further bacterial infections of the skin.
• Nicotinamide is an artificial version of Vitamin B3 that activates ceramide production and enhances the function of the epidermal permeability barrier, giving the skin a supple and smooth appearance.

Uses:

• Clindamycin + Nicotinamide is also used often to prevent acne by lowering skin bacteria and inflammation, preventing further outbreaks.
• Because of its antibacterial activity, it is useful in the treatment of localized bacterial infections of the skin.
• It is sometimes prescribed off-label for other skin conditions, like rosacea or certain types of dermatitis, as determined by a health professional.

Directions to Use:

• Clindamycin + Nicotinamide must be used on the total affected area and not on acne or pimples alone.
• Use as your doctor advises for dosage and duration of application for effective results.
• Apply with clean and dry hands on the affected skin.
• Wash hands before and after applying the medication on the affected area unless the condition is hands.

Storage:

Keep this cream in a cool, dry place or at room temperature. Do not expose this cream to sunlight.

Side Effects:

• Irritation
• Dryness
• Peeling
• Redness
• Burning sensation where the cream is applied

Precautions:

• Clindamycin + Nicotinamide can take a few weeks to act. Continue using it as directed by your doctor.
• Gently clean your skin with a gentle cleanser and pat dry before applying Clindamycin + Nicotinamide.
• Use it as a thin layer on clean, dry, unbroken skin with acne.
• It can cause mild burning, stinging or irritation when you put it on. Tell your doctor if this does not clear up.
• Stay away from your eyes, nose, and mouth. Wash it off with water if you get the cream in these areas by mistake.
• It makes your skin more sun-sensitive. Use protective clothing or sunscreen when going out.