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Cleocin T Side Effects

Sean Moshrefi, PharmDAllison Gourley, PharmD
Reviewed by Sean Moshrefi, PharmD, Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on July 16, 2021

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Skin irritation
  • Dryness
  • Redness
  • Peeling
  • Burning
  • Oily skin
  • Skin that's sensitive to the sun

Cleocin T serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Allergic reaction
  • Severe diarrhea or stomach discomfort
When do Cleocin T possible side effects begin and end?
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Skin that's sensitive to the sun
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Source: DailyMed

The following Cleocin T side effects have also been reported

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:

Rare

Abdominal or stomach cramps, pain, and bloating (severe)

diarrhea (watery and severe), which may also be bloody

fever

increased thirst

nausea or vomiting

unusual tiredness or weakness

weight loss (unusual)—these side effects may also occur up to several weeks after you stop using this medicine

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Skin rash, itching, redness, swelling, or other sign of irritation not present before use of this medicine

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

Dryness, scaliness, or peeling of skin (for the topical solution)

Less common

Abdominal pain

diarrhea (mild)

headache

irritation or oiliness of skin

stinging or burning feeling of skin

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.

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