Benzoyl Peroxide and Clindamycin (Topical Application Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common
  • Dry skin
Less common
  • Burning, itching, redness, skin rash, swelling, or soreness at the application site
  • Flushing or redness of the skin
  • Peeling
  • Sunburn
  • Unusually warm skin
Incidence not known
  • Cough
  • Difficulty with swallowing
  • Dizziness
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Hives
  • Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  • Shortness of breath
  • Skin rash
  • Tightness in the chest
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness
  • Wheezing

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Precautions
DR603019 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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