Clendalin
Composition for Clendalin Products
Clendalin Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsSubstitute brands for Clendalin
About Clendalin Products
Uses of Clendalin Products
Clindamycin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in infections of the skin such as acne (Pimples), abdomen, bone, skin, heart and soft tissues. It also used in post-operative infections.
Clendalin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Clendalin are Abnormal liver function tests, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Pseudomembranous colitis, Maculopapular rash, Injection site irritation, Thrombophlebitis.
How Clendalin Products work
Clindamycin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
In Depth Information for Clendalin Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Clendalin to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before you start treatment with this antibiotic.
- Stop taking Clendalin and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Patient Concerns about Clendalin Products
Frequently asked questions about Clendalin Products
Q. How long does Clindamycin take to work?
Usually, Clindamycin starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Clindamycin cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Clindamycin can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Is Clindamycin effective?
Clindamycin is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Clindamycin too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Clindamycin?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Is Clindamycin safe?
Clindamycin is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.
Q. Can I stop taking Clindamycin when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Clindamycin and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.