Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate safe for pregnant women?
Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate safe during breastfeeding?
Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Kidneys?
Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Liver?
Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Heart?
Using Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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 Clindamycin + Zinc acetate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clindamycin + Zinc acetate habit forming or addictive?
Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Clindamycin + Zinc acetate
You can take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindamycin + Zinc acetate
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with alcohol will be.
Yes, Clindamycin + Zinc acetate works in acne. It is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by Propionibacterium acnes and Cutibacterium acnes. The topical preparation of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate has to be applied a thin layer on the affected area once daily or as advised by your doctor.
Yes, oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate can be taken with ibuprofen. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate causes diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate along with diphenhydramine if the dose of this drug does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not contains penicillin. It contains clindamycin which is a macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamide and it has a broad spectrum activity against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria that are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
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