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# Cleocin Topical Solution

Package insert / prescribing information
Generic name: clindamycin phosphate
Dosage form: topical solution, lotion, gel
Drug classes: Topical acne agents, Vaginal anti-infectives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 1, 2021.

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## Cleocin Topical Solution Description

CLEOCIN T Topical Solution and CLEOCIN T Topical Lotion contain clindamycin phosphate, USP, at a concentration equivalent to 10 mg clindamycin per milliliter. CLEOCIN T Topical Gel contains clindamycin phosphate, USP, at a concentration equivalent to 10 mg clindamycin per gram. Each CLEOCIN T Topical Solution pledget applicator contains approximately 1 mL of topical solution.

Clindamycin phosphate is a water soluble ester of the semi-synthetic antibiotic produced by a 7(S)-chloro-substitution of the 7(R)-hydroxyl group of the parent antibiotic lincomycin.

The solution contains isopropyl alcohol 50% v/v, propylene glycol, and water.

The gel contains allantoin, carbomer 934P, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, and purified water.

The lotion contains cetostearyl alcohol (2.5%); glycerin; glyceryl stearate SE (with potassium monostearate); isostearyl alcohol (2.5%); methylparaben (0.3%); sodium lauroyl sarcosinate; stearic acid; and purified water.

The structural formula is represented below:

The chemical name for clindamycin phosphate is Methyl 7-chloro-6,7,8-trideoxy-6-(1-methyl-trans-4-propyl-L-2-pyrrolidinecarboxamido)-1-thio-L-threo-α-D-galacto-octopyranoside 2-(dihydrogen phosphate).

## Related/similar drugs

doxycycline, metronidazole, metronidazole topical, clindamycin, clindamycin topical, erythromycin topical, tetracycline

## Cleocin Topical Solution - Clinical Pharmacology

### Mechanism of Action

The mechanism of action of clindamycin in treating acne vulgaris is unknown.

### Pharmacokinetics

Following multiple topical applications of clindamycin phosphate at a concentration equivalent to 10 mg clindamycin per mL in an isopropyl alcohol and water solution, very low levels of clindamycin are present in the serum (0–3 ng/mL) and less than 0.2% of the dose is recovered in urine as clindamycin.

Although clindamycin phosphate is inactive in vitro, rapid in vivo hydrolysis converts this compound to the antibacterially active clindamycin.

### Microbiology

Clindamycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 23S RNA of the 50S subunit of the ribosome. Clindamycin is bacteriostatic.

Antimicrobial Activity

Clindamycin is active in vitro against most isolates of Propionibacterium acnes; however, the clinical significance is unknown.

Resistance

Resistance to clindamycin is most often caused by modification of specific bases of the 23S ribosomal RNA. Cross-resistance between clindamycin and lincomycin is complete. Because the binding sites for these antibacterial drugs overlap, cross resistance is sometimes observed among lincosamides, macrolides and streptogramin B. Macrolide-inducible resistance to clindamycin occurs in some isolates of macrolide-resistant bacteria.

## Indications and Usage for Cleocin Topical Solution

CLEOCIN T Topical Solution, CLEOCIN T Topical Gel and CLEOCIN T Topical Lotion are indicated in the treatment of acne vulgaris. In view of the potential for diarrhea, bloody diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis, the physician should consider whether other agents are more appropriate (see CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS and ADVERSE REACTIONS).

## Contraindications

CLEOCIN T Topical Solution, CLEOCIN T Topical Gel and CLEOCIN T Topical Lotion are contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to preparations containing clindamycin or lincomycin, a history of regional enteritis or ulcerative colitis, or a history of antibiotic-associated colitis.

## Warnings

Orally and parenterally administered clindamycin has been associated with severe colitis which may result in patient death. Use of the topical formulation of clindamycin results in absorption of the antibiotic from the skin surface. Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis) have been reported with the use of topical and systemic clindamycin.

Studies indicate a toxin(s) produced by clostridia is one primary cause of antibiotic-associated colitis. The colitis is usually characterized by severe persistent diarrhea and severe abdominal cramps and may be associated with the passage of blood and mucus. Endoscopic examination may reveal pseudomembranous colitis. Stool culture for Clostridium difficile and stool assay for C. difficile toxin may be helpful diagnostically.

When significant diarrhea occurs, the drug should be discontinued. Large bowel endoscopy should be considered to establish a definitive diagnosis in cases of severe diarrhea.

Antiperistaltic agents such as opiates and diphenoxylate with atropine may prolong and/or worsen the condition. Vancomycin has been found to be effective in the treatment of antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis produced by Clostridium difficile. The usual adult dosage is 500 milligrams to 2 grams of vancomycin orally per day in three to four divided doses administered for 7 to 10 days. Cholestyramine or colestipol resins bind vancomycin in vitro. If both a resin and vancomycin are to be administered concurrently, it may be advisable to separate the time of administration of each drug.

Diarrhea, colitis, and pseudomembranous colitis have been observed to begin up to several weeks following cessation of oral and parenteral therapy with clindamycin.

## Precautions

### General

CLEOCIN T Topical Solution contains an alcohol base which will cause burning and irritation of the eye. In the event of accidental contact with sensitive surfaces (eye, abraded skin, mucous membranes), bathe with copious amounts of cool tap water. The solution has an unpleasant taste and caution should be exercised when applying medication around the mouth.

CLEOCIN T should be prescribed with caution in atopic individuals.

### Drug Interactions

Clindamycin has been shown to have neuromuscular blocking properties that may enhance the action of other neuromuscular blocking agents. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients receiving such agents.

### Pregnancy

Teratogenic effects

In clinical trials with pregnant women, the systemic administration of clindamycin during the second and third trimesters has not been associated with an increased frequency of congenital abnormalities. There are no adequate studies in pregnant women during the first trimester of pregnancy. Clindamycin should be used during the first trimester of pregnancy only if clearly needed.

### Nursing Mothers

It is not known whether clindamycin is excreted in breast milk following use of CLEOCIN T. However, orally and parenterally administered clindamycin has been reported to appear in breast milk. Clindamycin has the potential to cause adverse effects on the breast-fed infant's gastrointestinal flora. Monitor the breast-fed infant for possible adverse effects on the gastrointestinal flora, such as diarrhea, candidiasis (thrush, diaper rash) or rarely, blood in the stool indicating possible antibiotic-associated colitis.

The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for clindamycin and any potential adverse effects on the breast-fed child from clindamycin or from the underlying maternal condition.

Clinical Considerations

If used during lactation and CLEOCIN T is applied to the chest, care should be taken to avoid accidental ingestion by the infant.

### Pediatric Use

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients under the age of 12 have not been established.

### Geriatric Use

Clinical studies for CLEOCIN T did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients.

## Adverse Reactions

In 18 clinical studies of various formulations of CLEOCIN T using placebo vehicle and/or active comparator drugs as controls, patients experienced a number of treatment emergent adverse dermatologic events [see table below].

Number of Patients Reporting Events
Treatment Emergent Adverse Event | Solution n=553(%) | Gel n=148(%) | Lotion n=160(%)
--- | --- | --- | ---
# not recorded

*
  of 126 subjects

Burning | 62 (11) | 15 (10) | 17 (11)
Itching | 36 ( 7) | 15 (10) | 17 (11)
Burning/Itching | 60 (11) | # ( – ) |
Dryness | 105 (19) | 34 (23) | 29 (18)
Erythema | 86 (16) | 10 ( 7) | 22 (14)
Oiliness/Oily Skin | 8 ( 1) | 26 (18) | 12* (10)
Peeling | 61 (11) | # ( – ) | 11 ( 7)

Orally and parenterally administered clindamycin has been associated with severe colitis which may end fatally.

Cases of diarrhea, bloody diarrhea and colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis) have been reported as adverse reactions in patients treated with oral and parenteral formulations of clindamycin and rarely with topical clindamycin (see WARNINGS).

Abdominal pain, gastrointestinal disturbances, gram-negative folliculitis, eye pain and contact dermatitis have also been reported in association with the use of topical formulations of clindamycin.

## Overdosage

Topically applied CLEOCIN T can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects (see WARNINGS).

## Cleocin Topical Solution Dosage and Administration

Apply a thin film of CLEOCIN T Topical Solution, CLEOCIN T Topical Lotion, CLEOCIN T Topical Gel, or use a CLEOCIN T Topical Solution pledget for the application of CLEOCIN T twice daily to affected area. More than one pledget may be used. Each pledget should be used only once and then be discarded.

Lotion: Shake well immediately before using.

Pledget: Remove pledget from foil just before use. Do not use if the seal is broken. Discard after single use.

Keep all liquid dosage forms in containers tightly closed.

## How is Cleocin Topical Solution Supplied

CLEOCIN T Topical Solution containing clindamycin phosphate equivalent to 10 mg clindamycin per milliliter is available in the following sizes:

30 mL applicator bottle—NDC 0009-3116-01

60 mL applicator bottle—NDC 0009-3116-02

Carton of 60 single-use pledget applicators—NDC 0009-3116-14

CLEOCIN T Topical Gel containing clindamycin phosphate equivalent to 10 mg clindamycin per gram is available in the following sizes:

60 gram tube—NDC 0009-3331-01

30 gram tube—NDC 0009-3331-02

CLEOCIN T Topical Lotion containing clindamycin phosphate equivalent to 10 mg clindamycin per milliliter is available in the following size:

60 mL plastic squeeze bottle—NDC 0009-3329-01

Store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP].

Protect from freezing.

Rx only

This product's label may have been updated. For current full prescribing information, please visit www.pfizer.com.

LAB-0042-10.0
Revised 12/2019

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 mL Bottle Label

Pfizer

NDC 0009-3116-01

Cleocin T®
clindamycin phosphate
topical solution, USP

1%*

Solution for topical use only

30 mL

Rx only

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 mL Bottle Carton

Pfizer

NDC 0009-3116-01

Cleocin T®
clindamycin
phosphate
topical solution,
USP

1%*

Solution for topical
use only

30 mL
Rx only

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Pledget Packet

Pfizer

NDC 0009-3116-14

Cleocin T®
clindamycin phosphate
topical solution, USP

1%*

Pledget for topical use only

1 Pledget

Distributed by
Pharmacia & Upjohn Co
Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017
MADE IN CHINA

Rx only

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 Pledget Packet Carton

NDC 0009-3116-14

Pfizer
Cleocin T®
1%*
clindamycin phosphate
topical solution, USP

Pledget for topical use only

60 Pledgets
Rx only

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 mL Bottle Label

Pfizer
NDC 0009-3329-01

Cleocin T®
clindamycin
phosphate
topical lotion

1%*

For topical use only

60 mL
Rx only

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 mL Bottle Carton

Pfizer
NDC 0009-3329-01

Cleocin T®
clindamycin
phosphate
topical lotion

1%*

For topical use only

60 mL
Rx only

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 gram Tube Label

NDC 0009-3331-01

60 gram

Rx only

Cleocin T®
clindamycin phosphate topical gel

For topical use only

1%*

Store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
[see USP]. Protect from freezing.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes.
See crimp of tube for Expiration Date and Lot Number.
DOSAGE AND USE: See accompanying prescribing information.
* Each gram contains clindamycin phosphate equivalent to 10 mg
(1%) of clindamycin. Also contains allantoin, carbomer 934P,
methylparaben, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, sodium
hydroxide, and purified water.

Pfizer
Distributed by
Pharmacia & Upjohn Co
Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 gram Tube Carton

NDC 0009-3331-01

Pfizer

Cleocin T®
1%*

clindamycin phosphate topical gel

For topical use only

60 gram
Rx only

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 gram Tube Label

NDC 0009-3331-02

30 gram

Rx only

Cleocin T®
clindamycin phosphate topical gel

For topical use only

1%*

Store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
[see USP]. Protect from freezing.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes.
See crimp of tube for Expiration Date and Lot Number.
DOSAGE AND USE: See accompanying prescribing information.
* Each gram contains clindamycin phosphate equivalent to 10 mg
(1%) of clindamycin. Also contains allantoin, carbomer 934P,
methylparaben, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, sodium
hydroxide, and purified water.

Pfizer
Distributed by
Pharmacia & Upjohn Co
Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 gram Tube Carton

NDC 0009-3331-02

Pfizer
Cleocin T®
1%*
clindamycin phosphate topical gel

For topical use only

30 gram
Rx only

CLEOCIN T clindamycin phosphate solution

Product Information
Product Type | HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL | Item Code (Source) | NDC:0009-3116
Route of Administration | TOPICAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE (CLINDAMYCIN) | CLINDAMYCIN | 10 mg in 1 mL

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name | Strength
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL |
PROPYLENE GLYCOL |
WATER |

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:0009-3116-01 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
1 |  | 30 mL in 1 BOTTLE
2 | NDC:0009-3116-02 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
2 |  | 60 mL in 1 BOTTLE
3 | NDC:0009-3116-14 | 60 PACKET in 1 CARTON
3 |  | 1 mL in 1 PACKET

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
NDA | NDA050537 | 06/20/1980 |

CLEOCIN T clindamycin phosphate lotion

Product Information
Product Type | HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL | Item Code (Source) | NDC:0009-3329
Route of Administration | TOPICAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE (CLINDAMYCIN) | CLINDAMYCIN | 10 mg in 1 mL

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name | Strength
CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL |
GLYCERIN |
ISOSTEARYL ALCOHOL |
METHYLPARABEN |
SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE |
STEARIC ACID |
WATER |

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:0009-3329-01 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON
1 |  | 60 mL in 1 BOTTLE

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
NDA | NDA050600 | 05/31/1989 |

CLEOCIN T clindamycin phosphate gel

Product Information
Product Type | HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL | Item Code (Source) | NDC:0009-3331
Route of Administration | TOPICAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE (CLINDAMYCIN) | CLINDAMYCIN | 10 mg in 1 g

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name | Strength
ALLANTOIN |
CARBOMER HOMOPOLYMER TYPE B (ALLYL PENTAERYTHRITOL CROSSLINKED) |
METHYLPARABEN |
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 |
PROPYLENE GLYCOL |
SODIUM HYDROXIDE |
WATER |

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:0009-3331-01 | 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON
1 |  | 60 g in 1 TUBE
2 | NDC:0009-3331-02 | 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON
2 |  | 30 g in 1 TUBE

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
NDA | NDA050615 | 01/07/1987 |

Labeler - Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC (618054084)

Establishment
Name | Address | ID/FEI | Operations
Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC |  | 618054084 | ANALYSIS(0009-3116, 0009-3329, 0009-3331), MANUFACTURE(0009-3116, 0009-3329, 0009-3331), API MANUFACTURE(0009-3116, 0009-3329, 0009-3331), PACK(0009-3116, 0009-3329, 0009-3331), LABEL(0009-3116, 0009-3329, 0009-3331)

Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC

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