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ACANYA

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ACANYA (clindamycin phosphate 1.2% and benzoyl peroxide 2.5%) gel by Arcutis and Coria

Generic Name for ACANYA

Clindamycin (as phosphate) 1.2%, benzoyl peroxide 2.5%; gel.

Legal Classification:

Rx

Pharmacological Class for ACANYA

Lincosamide antibiotic + antibacterial/keratolytic.

Manufacturer of ACANYA

Coria Laboratories, Ltd.

Indications for ACANYA

Topical treatment of acne vulgaris.

Adult dose for ACANYA

Wash and dry skin. Apply a small (pea-sized) amount in a thin layer to the face once daily. Wash hands after use.

Children's dosing for ACANYA

Not recommended.

Contraindications for ACANYA

History of regional enteritis, ulcerative or antibiotic-associated colitis.

Warnings/Precautions for ACANYA

Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, broken skin, sun, UV light. Discontinue if significant diarrhea occurs. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.

Interactions for ACANYA

Avoid concomitant erythromycin. Additive irritation with other topical acne products. May potentiate neuromuscular blocking agents.

Adverse Reactions for ACANYA

Application site pain, exfoliation, irritation; may bleach fabrics or hair; rare: superinfection, colitis.

How is ACANYA supplied?

Pump—50g

Related Disease:

Acne

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