Product Description.:
This combination medication is used to treat acne. It works by treating the bacterial infection that causes acne.
Before applying each dose, gently wash the affected areas, rinse the areas with warm water, and pat dry. Apply a small amount of Benzaclin to the affected areas of the skin as directed by your doctor. Gently rub Benzaclin into the skin using your fingertips or an applicator. Wash your hands after each use. Avoid any contact of Benzaclin with your eyes or inside your nose or mouth doing so could cause irritation. Avoid contact of Benzaclin with hair or colored fabric/clothing because it may bleach or cause discoloration.
Dry skin, redness/irritation, or itching/burning may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: skin peeling, diarrhea, severe stomach pain, bloody stool. If you notice any other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Benzaclin is not recommended for use if you have a history of the following medical conditions: certain inflammatory diseases of the intestine/bowel (e.g., enteritis, ulcerative colitis, antibiotic associated colitis). Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: any allergies (especially to certain antibiotics such as lincomycin). Benzaclin should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Based on information of related drugs, Benzaclin may pass into breast milk. Therefore, breast-feeding while using Benzaclin is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast- feeding.
Benzaclin Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: other topical acne products, other antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Benzaclin Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Benzaclin may be harmful if swallowed.
Missed Benzaclin Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Benzaclin Storage
Store at room temperature as directed on the packaging. After 2 months, discard any unused portion of Benzaclin.
