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Clindamycin Information

Clindamycin is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Clindamycin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Clindamycin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Clindamycin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Clindamycin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Clindamycin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clindamycin related warnings talks about Clindamycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Clindamycin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Clindamycin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clindamycin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Clindamycin Benefits & Uses
Clindamycin Dosage & How to Take
Clindamycin Side Effects
Clindamycin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Clindamycin with Other Drugs
Clindamycin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clindamycin
Clindamycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clindamycin Benefits & Uses

Clindamycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clindamycin 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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Clindamycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Clindamycin safe for pregnant women?

Clindamycin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Clindamycin safe during breastfeeding?

Clindamycin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Clindamycin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Clindamycin.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clindamycin on the Kidneys?

Clindamycin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindamycin on the Liver?

Side effects of Clindamycin rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindamycin on the Heart?

Using Clindamycin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clindamycin with Other Drugs

Clindamycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Codeine

Amiodarone

Paracetamol,Codeine

Erythromycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Clindamycin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clindamycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clindamycin

Is this Clindamycin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Clindamycin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Clindamycin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Clindamycin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Clindamycin for mental disorders.

No

Clindamycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clindamycin

It is safe to take Clindamycin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindamycin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clindamycin with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clindamycin

Question about 4 years ago

Can Clindamycin treat bacterial vaginosis (BV)?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Clindamycin can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Clindamycin contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Clindamycin cause abdominal pain?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, in a few cases oral Clindamycin 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.

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I take Clindamycin with tramadol?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, oral Clindamycin can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clindamycin along with tramadol if it does not exceed the recommended dosage.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Clindamycin work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Clindamycin 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. Clindamycin 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 about 5 years ago

Is Clindamycin safe to use?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clindamycin is safe to use, if it is used in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as metallic taste, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.