Do not use any other acne product on the affected areas unless your health care professional tells you to. Check with your health care professional about the use of this product if you are taking an oral medicine for acne.

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

-erythromycin
-neuromuscular blocking agents
-topical sulfone products

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-chronic skin problem like eczema
-skin abrasions
-stomach or colon problems
-sunburn
-an unusual or allergic reaction to benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

Your acne may get worse during the first few weeks of treatment with this medicine, and then start to improve. It may take 8 to 12 weeks before you see the full effect. If you do not see any improvement within 4 to 6 weeks, call your doctor or health care professional.

This medicine has caused severe allergic reactions in some patients. Stop using this medicine and contact your doctor or health care professional right away if you experience severe swelling or shortness of breath after using this medicine.

Do not wash areas of skin treated with this medicine for at least 1 hour after applying the medicine. If you experience excessive dry and peeling skin or skin irritation, check with your doctor or health care professional.

Do not use products that may dry the skin like medicated cosmetics, products that contain alcohol, or abrasive soaps or cleaners. Do not use other acne or skin treatment on the same area that you use this medicine unless your doctor or health care professional tells you to. If you use these together they can cause severe skin irritation.

This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths. This medicine may bleach hair or colored fabrics. Avoid getting this product on your clothes.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Duac Gel, Acanya Gel, and Onexton Gel can be stored at room temperature up to 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) for up to 2 months. Do not freeze. Discard any unused product after 2 months. The expiration date will be applied to the medicine container by your pharmacist.

BenzaClin Gel can be stored at room temperature up to 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) for up to 3 months. Do not freeze. Discard any unused product after 3 months. The expiration date will be applied to the medicine container by your pharmacist.