Diarrhea, bloody diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis have been reported with topical clindamycin. Discontinuation is recommended if significant diarrhea develops. Acne is the most commonly diagnosed skin disorder in the U.S., and is most prevalent in the teenage population. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, close to 100 percent of people between the ages of 12 and 17 have an occasional pimple, regardless of race or ethnic background. By their mid-teens, however, more than 40 percent of adolescents have acne severe enough to require medical treatment by a physician.
Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged by skin cells that block the opening of pores.
Red, inflamed papules and pustules are formed when acne bacteria break through the whitehead or blackhead. The most common form of acne, acne vulgaris, is a constellation of whiteheads, blackheads, papules and pustules. Severe acne can cause scarring and affect a person's self-image, causing insecurity and feelings of inferiority. Dermik Laboratories, Inc . Any question regarding a medical diagnosis, treatment, referral, drug availability or pricing should be directed to either a licensed physician or to the product's manufacturer.