Mazocan Suppository: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mazocan Benefits

Mazocan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections
Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Other Benefits

Mazocan 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

Mazocan Side Effects

No side effects of Mazocan have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Mazocan.

Mazocan Related Warnings

Is the use of Mazocan safe for pregnant women?
Is the use of Mazocan safe during breastfeeding?
What is the effect of Mazocan on the Kidneys?
What is the effect of Mazocan on the Liver?
What is the effect of Mazocan on the Heart?

Severe Interaction of Mazocan with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Codeine

Amiodarone

Paracetamol,Codeine

Erythromycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Ergotamine

Amlodipine

Amitriptyline

Amiodarone

Fentanyl

Nifedipine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mazocan Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases
Abdominal Pain
Diabetes
Liver Disease
High Cholesterol

Frequently asked Questions about Mazocan

Question about 5 years ago

Can Mazocan cause diarrhoea?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, oral Mazocan causes diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Mazocan cause hair loss?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Mazocan does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Mazocan is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Mazocan?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Mazocan 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 Mazocan is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples).

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Mazocan cause dry skin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, a topical preparation of Mazocan may cause dry skin in few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use moisturizer and other preventive cure to relieve dryness of skin.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Mazocan cover anaerobes?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mazocan covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.