Klenzia

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Klenzia Information

Klenzia is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. Klenzia also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Klenzia 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Klenzia side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Klenzia normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Klenzia is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Klenzia's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Klenzia can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Klenzia in conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Klenzia have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Klenzia may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Klenzia is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Klenzia Benefits & Uses

Klenzia is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Klenzia Dosage & How to Take

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)
  • Disease: Pimples (Acne)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Gel
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Pimples (Acne)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Gel
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult
  • Disease: Pimples (Acne)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Gel
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Pimples (Acne)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Gel
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clindamycin (1%w/w) + Nicotinamide (4%w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice

Klenzia Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Klenzia safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Klenzia safely.

  • Is the use of Klenzia safe during breastfeeding?


    Klenzia does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

  • What is the effect of Klenzia on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Klenzia on kidney have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Klenzia on the Liver?


    Klenzia has very mild side effects on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Klenzia on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Klenzia on the heart have been reported.



Severe Interaction of Klenzia with Other Drugs

Klenzia should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Klenzia Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Klenzia unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Klenzia

  • Is this Klenzia habit forming or addictive?


    Klenzia is not addictive in nature.

Klenzia Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Klenzia


    Taking Klenzia with food does not cause any problems.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Klenzia


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Klenzia with alcohol.



Frequently asked Questions about Klenzia

Question over 4 years ago

Does Klenzia contain penicillin?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Klenzia 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Klenzia work for acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Klenzia works in acne. It is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by Propionibacterium acnes and Cutibacterium acnes.  The topical preparation of Klenzia has to be applied a thin layer on the affected area once daily or as advised by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Klenzia without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Klenzia is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Klenzia without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Klenzia cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Klenzia does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patient's who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing a headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Klenzia cover MRSA infections?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Klenzia covers MRSA(methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is effective against not just MRSA infection but also to penicillin-susceptible strains such as Streptococcus pneumoniae.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Niaspan® (niacin)

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