Clid (Bennet) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clid (Bennet) is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Clid (Bennet) safe for pregnant women?
Clid (Bennet) shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Clid (Bennet) safe during breastfeeding?
Clid (Bennet) can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Clid (Bennet) on the Kidneys?
Clid (Bennet) rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clid (Bennet) on the Liver?
Side effects of Clid (Bennet) rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Clid (Bennet) on the Heart?
You can take Clid (Bennet) without any fear of damage to the heart.
Clid (Bennet) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clid (Bennet) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clid (Bennet) habit forming or addictive?
Clid (Bennet) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clid (Bennet) does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Clid (Bennet) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clid (Bennet) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clid (Bennet)
It is safe to take Clid (Bennet) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clid (Bennet)
Information about the interaction of Clid (Bennet) and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Clid (Bennet) is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Clid (Bennet) without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Yes, in a few cases oral Clid (Bennet) may cause abdominal pain. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of abdominal pain is unknown. If you are experiencing abdominal pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol.
Yes, Clid (Bennet) covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.
Discontinuing Clid (Bennet) on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; CLeocin HCl® clindamycin hydrochloride
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