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Clio Solution (Clindamycin Phosphate)

Prescription medicationSolution
Ingredient · strength
Clindamycin Phosphate›1.188g / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
(주)다산제약
Appearance
Colorless transparent solution
Packaging
30 milliliters/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202101417 · Notified 2021.02.18

Summary

Main use
Improvement of inflammatory acne by inhibiting Propionibacterium acnes
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Apply a thin layer to the affected area twice a day. Clean the affected area before applying the medication.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)다산제약

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of inflammatory acne by inhibiting Propionibacterium acnes

  • Inflammatory acne
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This medication primarily acts on the bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes, which is a major cause of acne. It is used to treat inflammatory acne, commonly known as acne vulgaris, that occurs on the skin. This medication helps reduce inflammation associated with acne and improves skin condition. With regular use, it can effectively alleviate acne. It contributes to maintaining healthy skin.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Apply a thin layer to the affected area twice a day. Clean the affected area before applying the medication.

Precautions

This medication contains the antibiotic clindamycin, which may cause certain allergic reactions; therefore, it should not be used by individuals who have had hypersensitivity reactions to clindamycin or lincomycin. Additionally, individuals with a history of localized colitis, ulcerative colitis, or antibiotic-associated colitis should avoid using this medication as symptoms may worsen. It is also advisable for pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women to avoid using this medication. Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 12 years old, so it is best not to use this medication in that age group. Due to the presence of propylene glycol, it should be used cautiously in individuals with allergies or hypersensitivity reactions to this ingredient. Those with atopic constitution should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. If skin abnormalities such as dryness, itching, rash, or erythema occur, or if gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, or blood in stools develop, use of this medicine should be stopped immediately and expert advice should be sought. If diarrhea or colitis symptoms worsen, discontinue use immediately and seek appropriate diagnosis and treatment, such as endoscopy. This medication should only be used for the minimum necessary duration to prevent the development of resistant bacteria; prolonged or unnecessary use should be avoided. Care must be taken not to let it come into contact with eyes or mucous membranes if it contains alcohol; if it does get into the eyes, they should be rinsed thoroughly with clean water immediately. It is safe to avoid use by pregnant or breastfeeding women, and if breastfeeding, it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding while using this medication. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original sealed container to maintain its quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, colitis including pseudomembranous colitis, severe diarrhea, colitis, bloody stools

Mild side effects

Skin dryness, contact dermatitis, skin irritation (macules, peeling, burning sensation, itching, dryness, erythema, etc.), oily skin sensation (leading to oily skin), abdominal pain, gastrointestinal disturbances, gram-negative folliculitis, ocular pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Colorless transparent solution

Package unit

30 milliliters/bottle

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