Duac Gel 15GM – 5% Benzoyl Peroxide

Duac gel is a popular gel used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris in people over the age of 12. It contains clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5%. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which kills the bacteria causing the acne whilst benzoyl peroxide also kills the bacteria and increases cell turnover and unblocks pores.

Some people also report that previous scarring appears diminished. In the UK it is available as a 15g and 45g tube of 3% and 5% from Stiefel Laboratories. At PulsarMeds we supply Duac as Clindoxyl also made by Glaxo and marketed by Stiefel Laboratories in a 15g tube of 5% benzoyl peroxide gel.

It needs to be kept in the fridge before dispensing, once in use it does not need to be refrigerated and the gel expires 2 months after the seal is broken.

Possible Side Effects

Dry skin

Redness

Burning

Itching

Peeling

Cautions

This should not be used in people with colitis

Do not use if you are taking erythromycin tablets as this may cause cross resistance

How to Use?

Wash the face with a mild cleanse and dry thoroughly

Apply a thin layer once a day

Wash hands after use

If excessive peeling occurs reduce to using every other or every third day for 2 weeks.

Beneficial effect will be seen after 2 – 5 weeks

After 12 weeks take a break from using Duac and see whether the acne comes back. If it does not, then discontinue use. If it does come back, continue using if you responded well to Duac or try another product.