Clindamycin + Zinc acetate



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Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Information



Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Benefits & Uses

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
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: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
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: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is used -

Moderate

Mild

Unknown

  • Gastric Irritation

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate safe for pregnant women?


    Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is safe for pregnant women.

  • Is the use of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate safe during breastfeeding?


    Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

  • What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Kidneys?


    Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not damage the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Liver?


    Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is not harmful for the liver.

  • What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Heart?


    Using Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with Other Drugs

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Clindamycin + Zinc acetate

  • Is this Clindamycin + Zinc acetate habit forming or addictive?


    Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not cause addiction.

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Clindamycin + Zinc acetate


    You can take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Clindamycin + Zinc acetate


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with alcohol will be.



Frequently asked Questions about Clindamycin + Zinc acetate

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Clindamycin + Zinc acetate safe to use?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Clindamycin + Zinc acetate cause abdominal pain?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, in a few cases oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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.

Question over 3 years ago

Can I take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with diphenhydramine?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate along with diphenhydramine if the dose of this drug does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Clindamycin + Zinc acetate cause dry skin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, a topical preparation of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Clindamycin + Zinc acetate cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Galzin™ (zinc acetate)

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