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Clindamycin Topical Gel 1%

Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Clindamycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, thereby reducing acne-causing bacteria and decreasing inflammation in acne lesions.

Clindamycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, thereby reducing acne-causing bacteria and decreasing inflammation in acne lesions. Used for Acne vulgaris (topical treatment), Bacterial skin infections (secondary indication).

At a glance

Generic nameClindamycin Topical Gel 1%
SponsorJinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre
Drug classLincosamide antibiotic
TargetBacterial 50S ribosomal subunit
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDermatology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibiotic that penetrates sebaceous follicles and suppresses Cutibacterium acnes (formerly Propionibacterium acnes), the primary bacterium involved in acne pathogenesis. By inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, it reduces bacterial colonization and associated inflammatory mediators. The topical formulation delivers high local concentrations to affected skin while minimizing systemic exposure.

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