Drug Catalog - Product Detail
CLINDAMYCIN/BENZOYL PEROXIDE GEL GEL 1/5% 50GM
| NDC | Mfr | Size | Str | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00378-8688-54 | MYLAN | 50 | 1-5% | NA |
PACKAGE FILES
Generic Name
CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Substance Name
Product Type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Route
Application Number
ANDA065443
Description
DESCRIPTION Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1%/5% contains clindamycin phosphate, (7(S)-chloro-7-deoxylincomycin-2-phosphate). 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. Chemically, clindamycin phosphate is (C 18 H 34 ClN 2 O 8 PS). The structural formula for clindamycin is represented below: Clindamycin phosphate has a molecular weight of 504.97 and its chemical name is Methyl 7-chloro-6,7,8-trideoxy-6-(1-methyl-trans- 4-propyl-L-2-pyrrolidinecarboxamido) - 1-thio-L- threo-alpha-D- galacto-octopyranoside 2-(dihydrogen phosphate). Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1%/5% also contains benzoyl peroxide, for topical use. Chemically, benzoyl peroxide is (C 14 H 10 O 4 ). It has the following structural formula: Benzoyl peroxide has a molecular weight of 242.23. Each gram of Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1%/5% contains, as dispensed, 10 mg (1%) clindamycin as phosphate and 50 mg (5%) benzoyl peroxide in a base of carbomer, propylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, and purified water. Clindamycin Phosphate Structural Formula Benzoyl Peroxide Structural Formula
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED AND COMPOUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Size (Net Weight) NDC # Benzoyl Peroxide Gel Clindamycin Phosphate Solution (in plastic bottle) 25 grams 0378-8688-35 20 grams 5 grams 35 grams (pump) 0378-8688-52 28 grams 7 grams 50 grams 0378-8688-54 40 grams 10 grams 50 grams (pump) 0378-8688-50 40 grams 10 grams Prior to dispensing, add the solution in the bottle to the gel and stir until homogenous in appearance (1 to 1½ minutes). For the 35 and 50 gram pumps only, reassemble jar with pump dispenser. Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1%/5% can be stored at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) for 3 months. Place a 3 month expiration date on the label immediately following mixing. Store at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) [see USP]. Do not freeze. Keep tightly closed. Keep out of the reach of children. Manufactured for: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A. Manufactured by: Mylan Institutional Inc. Sugar Land, TX 77478 U.S.A. 1188.9 Revised: 9/2018 MI:CLBZPX:R9
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1%/5% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris.
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1%/5% should be applied twice daily, morning and evening, or as directed by a physician, to affected areas after the skin is gently washed, rinsed with warm water and patted dry.