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Clindot is an ayurvedic medicine The correct dosage of Clindot depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Clindot 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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Is the use of Clindot safe for pregnant women?
Clindot shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Clindot safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Clindot . Immediately discontinue Clindot if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Clindot on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Clindot on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Clindot on the Liver?
Clindot has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clindot on the Heart?
Clindot is not harmful for the heart.
Clindot 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 Clindot unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clindot habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clindot has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clindot does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clindot only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clindot is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clindot
Taking Clindot with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindot
Information about the interaction of Clindot and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Clindot 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. Clindot 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.
Yes, in a few cases oral Clindot 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, Clindot can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Clindot contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.
Yes, Clindot 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.
Yes, Clindot covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; CLeocin HCl® clindamycin hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 756-757
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 328-330