Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibiotic. It is used to treat infections due to susceptible bacteria. Clindamycin can be used topically, orally or intravenously. In New Zealand (July 2017), it is available on prescription. In other countries, it may also be available as a topical foam, vaginal cream and oral suspension. Clindamycin Lotion Clindamycin is a medicated antibiotic lotion that treats acne. Acne is a common condition that causes pimples on your skin. This medication stops the growth of bacteria on your skin or kills it to prevent symptoms of acne. Clindamycin cream is oil based and might weaken latex condoms and diaphragms for 5 days after use (refer to clindamycin product labeling for additional information). Women should be advised to refrain from sexual activity or to use condoms consistently and correctly during the BV treatment regimen. Find patient medical information for Clindamycin topical (Cleocin T, Clindagel, and others) on WebMD including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings, and user ratings Learn about the benefits of using clindamycin for acne treatment, and some of the potential side effects and drawbacks of this topical antibiotic. What is clindamycin topical? Clindamycin topical (for the skin) is used to treat severe acne in adults and children who are at least 12 years old. Clindamycin topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Topical clindamycin will not cure your acne. However, to help keep your acne under control, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days. Topical clindamycin is a common treatment option for acne and bacterial infections in the vagina. Doctors also use clindamycin to treat infections in people with penicillin allergies. Clindamycin (Cleocin-T) is a topical antibiotic that is used to treat mild to moderate acne. When combined with other acne medications like benzoyl peroxide or retinoids like Retin-A, it can work quite well to treat acne. Clindamycin Topical is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of acne vulgaris.