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Clinof is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Clinof depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Clinof 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clinof is used -
Mild
Is the use of Clinof safe for pregnant women?
Clinof has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Clinof without medical advice.
Is the use of Clinof safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Clinof. Immediately discontinue Clinof if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Clinof on the Kidneys?
Clinof may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clinof on the Liver?
Clinof may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Clinof on the Heart?
You can take Clinof without any fear of damage to the heart.
Clinof 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 Clinof unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clinof habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clinof has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clinof will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Clinof only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clinof cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clinof
You can take Clinof with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clinof
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clinof with alcohol.
Discontinuing Clinof on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Clinof works in acne. It is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by Propionibacterium acnes and Cutibacterium acnes. The topical preparation of Clinof has to be applied a thin layer on the affected area once daily or as advised by your doctor.
Clinof 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 Clinof is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples).
Yes, Clinof can treat strep. It is used in the treatment of strep throat (pharyngitis) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Since it is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take this drug by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, a topical preparation of Clinof 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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; 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
