Clindamycin — Topical antibacterial (lincomycin derivative). Study the mechanism, listed uses and warnings from the US label on one sourced card.
Generic name
Clindamycin
Class
Topical antibacterial (lincomycin derivative)
Mechanism
Mechanism in treating acne vulgaris is unknown.
Used for
Acne vulgaris; safety and effectiveness below age 12 are not established for the cited gel
Common side effects
Dryness; Burning; Itching; Erythema; Oily skin
Warnings
Antibiotic-associated colitis history (contraindicated); Regional enteritis or ulcerative colitis (contraindicated); Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis can occur even with this topical product
Interactions
Neuromuscular blocking agents
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Label date: 20260702 · For learning, not clinical decisions. US label and brand information; always consult the current source.
Source snapshot checked: 2026-10-21. The source document and selected fields were compared. The complete card has not had an independent clinical review.
Mechanism: Topical corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive actions; exact anti-inflammatory mechanism is unclear.
On both cards: Common side effects — Dryness; Burning; Itching
Only on the Triamcinolone card: Used for — Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses · Common side effects — Irritation; Folliculitis · Warnings — Hypersensitivity to a component; Systemic absorption can suppress the HPA axis and cause Cushing-like effects or high blood glucose; Larger treated areas, prolonged treatment and occlusion increase systemic exposure; children are more susceptible
Mechanism: Activates retinoic acid receptors (RAR-alpha, beta, gamma) that may modify epithelial cell growth and differentiation.
On both cards: Common side effects — Dryness; Erythema
Only on the Tretinoin card: Used for — Acne vulgaris in adults and children aged 12 or older, for the cited microsphere gel · Common side effects — Skin irritation; Skin burning; Peeling · Warnings — Local skin irritation; Photosensitivity; Initial worsening of inflammatory acne
Mechanism: A polyene antibiotic with fungistatic and fungicidal activity in vitro against susceptible yeasts, including Candida. It is not absorbed from intact skin or mucous membranes.
On both cards: Common side effects — Burning; Itching
Only on the Nystatin (topical powder) card: Used for — Cutaneous or mucocutaneous infections caused by Candida albicans or other susceptible Candida species · Common side effects — Allergic reactions; Rash; Pain on application · Warnings — Hypersensitivity to any component; Not for systemic, oral, vaginal or eye use
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