Uniclid

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS, General Physician

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

Dr. Bharat MBBS, General Physician

No, Uniclid 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 Uniclid is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS, General Physician

Uniclid 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. Uniclid 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.

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS, Other

Oral Uniclid can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Uniclid should be applied as a thin layer once daily on the affected area or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with colitis and improper kidney or liver function.

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD, Pulmonology

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