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Compare CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND TRETINOIN (Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2% and Tretinoin 0.025%) and ISOTRETINOIN (Isotretinoin) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2% and Tretinoin 0.025% · Retinoid
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Clindamycin [See Microbiology (12.4) .] Tretinoin Although the exact mode of action of tretinoin is unknown, current evidence suggests that topical tretino...
Approved for
Isotretinoin, Accutane, Absorica · Retinoid
How it works
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Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 19 Reddit discussions
CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND TRETINOIN
0%
positive
4 threads
ISOTRETINOIN
27%
positive
15 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
4 Reddit threads analysed for CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND TRETINOIN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
2 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
I'm a 25 year old otherwise healthy male that has recently come down with a rash (see pictures here: http://imgur.com/a/572Fs). I came down with the flu this past Monday night. My fever was 102, I had chills, body aches, headache, and sore throat. By Tuesday night I noticed I was developing several
Please bear with me, this is very long and formatting may be off. TL;DR is at the bottom of this post. I (37f, 5’3, 110 lbs, causasion) have had several health concerns in recent years that remain unresolved/undiagnosed and am looking for input/advice on how to go about finding answers. Current Med
(I'm posting this on behalf on my sister) 36F, 5'3" 120lbs Caucasian. Complaint of facial rash for several months. No itching/burning. It looks kind alike acne. I will post a pic in comments if I can figure out how to do that. I will say she is a daily make-up user if that helps. Also, mysel
I am 19F approx 5'6 in height and weigh around 50kgs. I occasionally smoke and drink. I have been recently prescribed Tretinoin cream 0.025% as I suffer from hormonal acne and have severe scarring from previous acne breakouts. Further, I have been an avid user of clear gel a Clindamycin phosphate
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15 Reddit threads analysed for ISOTRETINOIN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
3 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Good evening, We own and operate a state licensed body piercing facility. From a dermatologist perspective, we want to know which medications or skin conditions we should look for during our piercing client intake. Currently, we deny clients if we see these: \*Medications: Accutane/isot
First of many questions to come, apologies in advance. I’m a newer provider constantly trying to better myself. But yeah I’m curious what you guys do to screen for psoriatic arthritis. Our clinic is pretty high volume so not a lot of time. I typically ask about finger, knee, and heel pain, as well a
I'm aware that ["the use of oral isotretinoin for the treatment of acne may result in altered triglyceride, AST and ALT levels."](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22714752). But I still pine to lower my ALT level. On Jun. 20 2018, my dermatologist ordered a blood test, which was flawless. My (bas
Hey everyone, I’m a software engineer and I’ve been working on something for the acne community that I genuinely think could help a lot of people. I built a website and platform focused on making Accutane and isotretinoin treatment easier, simpler, and more affordable for people struggling with acne
I’m currently on 20mg isotretinoin (Accutane) and have been on it four around five months now. I’ve had eczema my entire life, but it has never gotten this severe. I apply Cetaphil moisturiser cream every night and morning, followed by 1% Dermaid. I occasionally take antihistamines such as Telfast t
Hey all. My husband has adult onset acne and it is brutal. He's been trying topicals from the dermatologist for months, including retinol and special face and body washes, and has seen virtually no improvement. He made an appointment but can't see his derm until December so in the meantime I'm aski
Hi fellow Redditors, I am struggling with psoriasis for the past 10 years and am only 22 years old. I have tried various treatments such as isotretinoin, ayurvedic, homeopathic medicine, etc., but nothing seems to work. My psoriasis only gets worse every winter. I was wondering if anyone has had exp
Hello! I'm developing a **mobile/web application** aimed at supporting Isoterinoin (Accutane) patients' progress and dermatologists throughout the treatment journey. Form link: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoSthUR3Wauv3Vlt8GVWsqL7oLe55KZ3wLvv5ZuoNir-7iUw/viewform?usp=sf\_link](https://
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Both CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND TRETINOIN and ISOTRETINOIN belong to the Retinoid class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients. CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND TRETINOIN is administered via Topical, whereas ISOTRETINOIN uses Oral. Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND TRETINOIN carries 2 FDA warnings. ISOTRETINOIN carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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