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Dalacin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Dalacin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Dalacin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dalacin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Dalacin 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 Dalacin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dalacin related warnings talks about Dalacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Dalacin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Dalacin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Dalacin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Dalacin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dalacin is used -
Mild
Is the use of Dalacin safe for pregnant women?
Dalacin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dalacin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Dalacin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Dalacin on the Kidneys?
Dalacin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dalacin on the Liver?
Side effects of Dalacin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Dalacin on the Heart?
You can take Dalacin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Dalacin 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 Dalacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dalacin habit forming or addictive?
Dalacin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dalacin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dalacin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dalacin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dalacin
Taking Dalacin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dalacin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dalacin with alcohol.
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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
