Clindol 300 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Clindol 300 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Clindol 300 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clindol 300 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Clindol 300 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Clindol 300 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Clindol 300 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clindol 300 Injection related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Clindol 300 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Clindol 300 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Clindol 300 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Clindol 300 Injection 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Clindol 300 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Clindol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Clindol 300 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clindol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Clindol 300 Injection on the Kidneys?
Clindol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clindol 300 Injection on the Liver?
Clindol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Clindol 300 Injection on the Heart?
You can take Clindol without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clindol 300 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clindol 300 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clindol 300 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Clindol 300 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Clindol 300 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clindol 300 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clindol 300 Injection
Taking Clindol 300 Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindol 300 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clindol 300 Injection with alcohol.
Yes, Clindol covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.
Yes, Clindol can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Clindol is a brand name of clindamycin and it comes in form of the capsule, injection, and topical gel. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamides. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, strep throat, and pelvic inflammatory disease. The topical gel of Clindol is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples).
Clindol 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. Clindol 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.
No, Clindol is not a steroid. It contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamides. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
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