Generic Name - Clindamycin
Category - Antibiotic
Indications
Bacterial infections
Generic Clindamycin is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections which includes infections of the respiratory tract, skin, pelvis, vagina, and abdomen. Clindamycin works by preventing the bacteria from producing proteins essential to the bacterial cell.
Generic for Clindamycin Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Clindamycinis contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Ciloxan. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Chloramphenicol
Erythromycin
Kaolin products
Oral contraceptives (birth control pills)
Other medicines for pain
Generic for Clindamycin Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericClindamycin
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Clindamycin for serious infections is 150 to 300 mg every 6 hours. For more serious infections it is 300 to 450 mg every 6 hours.
Generic for Clindamycin Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Clindamycin side Effects include diarrhea that is watery or severe, pain on swallowing, stomach pain or cramps, skin rash, unusual bleeding and bruising.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Clindamycin.
Generic for Clindamycin and Pregnancy
There are no adequate or well controlled studies to indicate the safety and effectiveness of Generic Clindamycinin pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medication, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Generic for Clindamycin and Breastfeeding
Generic Clindamycinappears in breast milk and is not recommended for nursing mothers. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.
Generic for Clindamycin and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Clindamycinin pediatric have not been established.
Generic for Clindamycin and Geriatric
There are no adequate or well-controlled studies to indicate the safety and effectiveness of Generic Clindamycinin geriatric patients aged 65 and above.
Note
The above information about Generic Clindamycinserves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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