Clindoxyl is a combination of clindamycin - benzoyl peroxide Clindamycin belongs to the family of medications known as antibiotics. Benzoyl peroxide is a medication that has antibacterial effects and is a peeling agent. This combination product is used to treat certain types of acne. It works by killing bacteria that cause acne and by peeling off skin cells.
Oral antibiotics such as erythromycin are prescribed when your acne condition doesn't or poorly responds to topical meds.