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Compare Cleocin vs. Neuac

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Key takeaways

Cleocin (clindamycin) and Benzaclin (clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide) are both prescription medications, but they are used for different purposes and come in different forms. Cleocin is a lincosamide antibiotic used as a vaginal suppository to treat bacterial vaginosis, while Benzaclin is a topical antibiotic combination used to treat acne. Cleocin is only available as a brand-name medication, whereas Benzaclin is availible in both brand and a generic formulations. Cleocin is used once daily for three days, whereas Benzaclin is typically applied once or twice daily and can take up to 12 weeks to show full effects. Cleocin can cause local side effects like vaginal irritation and yeast infections, while Benzaclin can cause skin irritation and increase sensitivity to sunlight. Additionally, Cleocin should not be used with tampons or during vaginal sex, while Benzaclin can bleach hair and clothes.

  • Cleocin (clindamycin) vaginal suppository
    Clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide
  • Cleocin (clindamycin) vaginal suppository
    Clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide

  • Summary of Cleocin vs. Neuac

    Summary for Lincosamide antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Cleocin (clindamycin) vaginal ovule is an antibiotic suppository that treats bacterial vaginosis (BV), a type of vaginal infection. This medication can be prescribed for adults or adolescent females who've started their menstrual periods. But it's not approved for people who are pregnant. Cleocin (clindamycin) vaginal suppository is inserted vaginally once daily, typically at bedtime, for 3 days. Side effects aren't common, but can include vaginal discomfort, such as irritation and pain.

    Summary for Topical antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide is a combination topical gel used to treat acne in people ages 12 years and older. It contains a lincosamide antibiotic (clindamycin) and an antiseptic (benzoyl peroxide) that kills acne-causing bacteria and easing skin inflammation. Clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide is applied to the face once or twice per day, depending on the strength. Side effects include skin redness and itching. This medication is available as both brand name (e.g., Neuac, Acanya) and generic versions.

  • Indications of Cleocin vs. Neuac

    Indications for
    •Bacterial vaginosis (BV) - vaginal bacterial infection
    Indications for
    •Treatment of inflammatory acne on the face in people ages 12 years and older

  • Pros and Cons of Cleocin vs. Neuac

    Pros and Const for Lincosamide antibiotic
    Pros
    •Only used once a day
    •Typically only used for 3 days
    •Applicator can be washed and reused for each insertion
    •Can be inserted without using an applicator
    Cons
    •Vaginal application can be uncomfortable for some people
    •Might cause vaginal yeast infections
    •Can't use condoms, diaphragms, or tampons during and up to 3 days after treatment
    •Recommended to use at bedtime to prevent medication from leaking
    Pros and Const for Topical antibiotic
    Pros
    •Applied to the skin
    •Available in different strengths, depending on your needs
    •Causes fewer side effects compared to oral acne medications
    Cons
    •Can bleach your hair and clothes
    •Can take up to 3 months to see full effects
    •Makes your skin more sensitive to light

  • Common Side Effects of Cleocin vs. Neuac

    Common Side Effects for
    •Vaginal irritation (3%)
    •Vaginal pain (2%)
    •Vaginal yeast infection (2%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Neuac:

    •Mild skin redness (26%)
    •Mild skin peeling (17%)
    •Mild skin dryness (15%)
    •Mild skin burning (5%)

    Acanya:

    •Mild skin redness (25%)
    •Mild skin scaling (18%)
    •Mild skin itching (15%)
    •Mild skin burning (8%)

    Clindamycin 1% / benzoyl peroxide 5%:

    •Dryness (12%)

  • Warnings of Cleocin vs. Neuac

    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe diarrhea
    •Vaginal yeast infections
    •Damage to vaginal contraceptives
    Common Side Effects for
    •Serious gut problem (colitis)
    •Sunburn
    •Skin irritations

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