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Xaciato

(clindamycin)

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clindamycin vaginal cream

 

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Summary for Xaciato

Prescription only

Xaciato (clindamycin) is an antibiotic that's used to treat bacterial vaginosis (BV) in women and girls 12 years and older. It comes as a single-dose vaginal gel that you insert with an applicator into the vagina, and you can use it at any time of day. Common side effects include vaginal discomfort and yeast infection.

Indications for Xaciato

Pros and Cons for Xaciato

Pros

  • Applied directly in the vagina to treat the problem where it is
  • Only need to use one time
  • Safe for women and girls 12 years and older

Cons

  • Can cause yeast infections
  • Can't use polyurethane condoms, or tampons for several days after finishing treatment
  • Possible irritation or discomfort

Common Side Effects for Xaciato

  • Yeast infection (17%)
  • Vaginal discomfort (6%)

Warnings for Xaciato

  • Severe diarrhea
  • Damage to polyurethane condoms
  • Yeast infections

Summary for Clindesse

Prescription only

Clindamycin vaginal cream is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial vaginosis (BV). It’s available under two brand names, Clindesse and Cleocin, and applied inside the vagina using an applicator. Clindesse is a single-dose treatment used one time, while Cleocin and its generic versions are typically used once a day at bedtime for 3 or 7 days. Common side effects include vaginal irritation and yeast infections.

Indications for Clindesse

Pros and Cons for Clindesse

Pros

  • Applied directly in the vagina to treat the problem where it is
  • Easy to apply using the applicator
  • Available as both single-dose (Clindesse) and multi-day (Cleocin) options

Cons

  • Can cause yeast infections
  • Can't use condoms, diaphragms, or tampons for several days after finishing treatment
  • Possible irritation or discomfort

Common Side Effects for Clindesse

Clindesse:

  • Vaginal yeast infection (14%)
  • Headache (7%)
  • Back pain (5%)
  • Constipation (2%)
  • Urinary tract infection (2%)

Cleocin and its generics:

  • Vaginal yeast infection (8-14%)
  • Vaginal irritation (4-6%)
  • Vaginal problems (3-5%)

Warnings for Clindesse

  • Severe diarrhea
  • Damage to condoms and diaphragms

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Xaciato1 tube / 8g of 2%
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$109.25$193.74
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