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Clindazole is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suppository. Clindazole also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Clindazole depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Clindazole include Itching or burning, Vaginal Irritation. These side effects of Clindazole are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clindazole is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Clindazole has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clindazole related warnings section.
The section on Clindazole contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Clindazole may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clindazole is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clindazole is used -
Common
Is the use of Clindazole safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Clindazole without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Clindazole safe during breastfeeding?
Clindazole does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Clindazole on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Clindazole on kidneys.
What is the effect of Clindazole on the Liver?
Information about safety of Clindazole for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Clindazole on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Clindazole on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Clindazole 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 Clindazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clindazole habit forming or addictive?
Clindazole is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Clindazole can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clindazole only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clindazole cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clindazole
There is no information on the effects of taking Clindazole with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindazole
Information about the interaction of Clindazole and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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