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CLEOCIN PHOSPHATE IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Rating

64/100
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Pharmacy pays

$0.18 /g
$0.18 /g

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE
CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Injectable
Topical

Drug class

Lincosamide Antibacterial
Lincosamide Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 2.4 hours
about 2.4 hours

Treats

Acne Vulgaris, Actinomycetales Infections, Bacteroides Infections
Acne Vulgaris, Actinomycetales Infections, Bacteroides Infections

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Cleocin Phosphate in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container or Clindamycin Phosphate?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.18 per gm, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Cleocin Phosphate in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container and Clindamycin Phosphate?

Both Cleocin Phosphate in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container and Clindamycin Phosphate share the active ingredient Clindamycin Phosphate.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.