The scientific name for Derma T

 Topical clindamycin

What is Derma T medicine?

Topical clindamycin is an antibiotic that belongs to a class of antibiotics called lincomycins. It is mainly used to treat acne in adults and children 12 years of age or older. It may be prescribed in certain cases to treat some bacterial skin infections.

Topical clindamycin slows or stops the growth of certain bacteria, including the bacteria that cause acne. It also has an anti-inflammatory effect that helps reduce swelling and redness of blisters.

What are the uses of Derma T?

It is used topically on the skin to treat:

severe acne

Stubborn inflamed blisters, even if they are few in number.

What are the contraindications for using Derma T?

Topical clindamycin should not be used in the following cases:

Hypersensitivity to clindamycin or lincomycin class of antibiotics

Hypersensitivity to one of the inactive ingredients.

Regional enteritis (Crohn s disease).

Ulcerative colitis.

Antibiotic-associated colitis, including pseudomembranous colitis.

A history of severe diarrhea due to antibiotics.

It should be noted that topical clindamycin is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old.

How to use Derma T

Follow all directions on the treatment package label, read the medication instruction manual, and use the medication exactly as directed by your doctor. Here are some instructions on using this medicine:

This medicine is not to be taken orally and is for external use only.

Do not use on open wounds or on sunburned, dry, or irritated skin.

Topical clindamycin solution should be shaken well before each use.

Hands should be washed before and after applying this medication.

What are Derma T doses and methods of use?

The usual dose for treating acne in adults and children over 12 years of age is as follows:

Gel (some varieties), lotion, lotion: Apply a thin layer to the affected area once every 12 hours.

Gel (some brands), foam: Apply a thin layer to the affected area once daily.

Swab or Pledget: Apply a thin layer to the affected area twice daily. One swab is for one-time use, then it must be disposed of.

What are the drug interactions of Derma T?

The doctor must be told about all the medicines and nutritional supplements that the patient is taking before starting treatment, especially:

Erythromycin, either taken by mouth or applied topically to the skin.

The following are the most important drug interactions to consider:

atracurium.

Cisatracurium.

doxacurium.

mitocrine.

mevacorium.

pancuronium.

Pepcuronium.

Rapacoronium.

rocuronium.

Succinyl Collin.

tubocurarine.

vecuronium.

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