Clid (Bennet)
- Manufactured by: Bennet Pharmaceuticals Limited
- Contains / Salt: Clindamycin
Clid (Bennet)
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Clid (Bennet) Information
- Clid (Bennet) Benefits & Uses
- Clid (Bennet) Dosage & How to Take
- Clid (Bennet) Side Effects
- Clid (Bennet) Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Clid (Bennet) with Other Drugs
- Clid (Bennet) Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Clid (Bennet)
- Clid (Bennet) Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Clid (Bennet) Benefits & Uses
Clid (Bennet) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Clid (Bennet) Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Clid (Bennet) Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clid (Bennet) is used -
Moderate
- Erythema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
Clid (Bennet) Related Warnings
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Is the use of Clid (Bennet) safe for pregnant women?
Clid (Bennet) has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Clid (Bennet) without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Clid (Bennet) safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clid (Bennet). In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Clid (Bennet) on the Kidneys?
Clid (Bennet) may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Clid (Bennet) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Clid (Bennet) on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Clid (Bennet) on the Heart?
Using Clid (Bennet) does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Clid (Bennet) with Other Drugs
Clid (Bennet) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Clid (Bennet) Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clid (Bennet) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Liver Disease
- Asthma
- Sexually transmitted diseases
Frequently asked Questions about Clid (Bennet)
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Is this Clid (Bennet) habit forming or addictive?
Clid (Bennet) does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Clid (Bennet) as it does not make you drowsy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Clid (Bennet) is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Clid (Bennet) for mental disorders.
No
Clid (Bennet) Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Clid (Bennet)
Taking Clid (Bennet) with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Clid (Bennet)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clid (Bennet) with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Clid (Bennet)
Question over 3 years ago
How to take Clid (Bennet)?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
Oral Clid (Bennet) can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Clid (Bennet) should be applied as a thin layer once daily on the affected area or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with colitis and improper kidney or liver function.
Question almost 3 years ago
Can Clid (Bennet) cause dry skin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, a topical preparation of Clid (Bennet) may cause dry skin in few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use moisturizer and other preventive cure to relieve dryness of skin.
Question over 2 years ago
Can Clid (Bennet) treat bacterial vaginosis (BV)?

Dr. Keshu Lal Damor MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Yes, Clid (Bennet) can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Clid (Bennet) contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.
Question over 3 years ago
How does Clid (Bennet) work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
Clid (Bennet) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria which are essential for it. The absence of these vital proteins results in stunned bacterial cell growth due to which bacteria become vulnerable and dies. Clid (Bennet) is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Prevotella melaninogenica, and lostridium perfringens.
Question almost 3 years ago
Does Clid (Bennet) cover MRSA infections?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Clid (Bennet) covers MRSA(methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is effective against not just MRSA infection but also to penicillin-susceptible strains such as Streptococcus pneumoniae.
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