INTRODUCTION

CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY contains Clindamycin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris. Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles get blocked with oil and dead skin cells. Symptoms include whiteheads, blackheads, small red, tender bumps, pimples, and pus-filled lumps on the skin.

Before using CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY, inform your doctor if you have or ever had diarrhea, bloody diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis. CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY is not recommended for use if you have a history of regional enteritis (inflammation of the small intestine), ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the large intestine) or antibiotic-associated colitis.

CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY should be used with caution during pregnancy or by breastfeeding women only if clearly needed. Safety and effectiveness of CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY in children under the age of 12 have not been established. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

USES OF CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY

• Treat acne vulgaris

HOW CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY WORKS

CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY acts against the bacteria by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome (site of protein synthesis). Which in turn prevents protein synthesis and kills the infection-causing bacteria.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Use CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Do not dispense it directly onto your hands or face, because the medicine will begin to melt on contact with warm skin. Dispense an amount directly into the cap or onto a cool surface. Apply to the affected areas after the skin is washed with mild soap and allowed to dry. In case of accidental contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with water. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before using CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• neuromuscular blocking agents (Ex. rocuronium, vecuronium)
• other anti-acne, topical agents

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY out of reach from children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY

What is CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY used for?

CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris. Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition which occurs when hair follicles get blocked with oil and dead skin cells. Symptoms include whiteheads, blackheads, small red, tender bumps, pimples, and pus-filled lumps on the skin.

How to use CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY?

Use CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Do not dispense it directly onto your hands or face, because the medicine will begin to melt on contact with warm skin. Dispense an amount directly into the cap or onto a cool surface. Apply to the affected areas after the skin is washed with mild soap and allowed to fully dry. In case of accidental contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with water.

How does CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY work?

CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY acts against the bacteria by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome (site of protein synthesis). Which in turn prevents protein synthesis and kills the infection-causing bacteria.

Can CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY be used in pregnancy?

The safety and effectiveness of CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby has not been established yet. It will be given to you by the doctor only if clearly needed. Consult your doctor before using CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY.

Can CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY be used in breastfeeding women?

CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known if the medicine is excreted in human milk. Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue nursing or the medicine, considering the benefits to the mother and baby. Consult your doctor before using CLINDAC A MIST SPRAY.

REFERENCES

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3. Manuel Polanco Morales, Anna Paola Thome Carvallo, Karla Adriana Bautista Espinosa,and Edgar Enrique Meza Murillo. A young man with myelosuppression caused by clindamycin: a case report. National Library of medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubmed Central 2014. [Accessed on 12th May 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3917410/

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5. Alkem Laboratories. Clindac A mist spray. (Clindamycin spray 1%) https://www.alkemlabs.com/rx-products.php