Although this drug is available over the counter, it is still advised to thoroughly study the instructions leaflet included in each pack of this medication. Cleocin T ® (clindamycin phosphate topical solution, USP, topical gel, and topical lotion) Clindamycin oral capsule is available as a generic drug and a brand-name drug. Brand name: Cleocin. Clindamycin also comes as an oral solution, topical foam, topical gel, topical lotion, topical. Clindamycin (topical) is a prescription medication used to treat acne. Clindamycin (vaginal) is a prescription medication used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, a female reproductive organ. Veltin Gel(clindamycin phosphate and tretinoin) is used to treat acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or old. Includes Veltin side effects, interactions and indications. 1 Benzamycin Topical Gel (erythromycin-benzoyl peroxide gel) Topical Gel: erythromycin (3%), benzoyl peroxide (5%) For Dermatological Use Only – Not for Ophthalmic Use Clindamycin (Cleocin) is an antibiotic used to treat certain serious bacterial infections. Clindamycin belongs to a group of medicines known as lincosamide or lincomycin antibiotics. Proper Use. Drug information provided by: IBM Micromedex. Before applying this medicine, thoroughly wash the affected areas with warm water and soap, rinse well, and pat dry. Clindamycin is active against Gram-positive cocci, including streptococci and penicillin-resistant staphylococci, and also against many anaerobes, especially Bacteroides fragilis. Acanya Gel contains a combination of benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin. Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oil and dirt to be washed away.