Also known as: Cleocin
This medicine contains the active ingredient clindamycin which belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics. These medicines prevent the growth and multiplication of bacteria. Clindamycin is prescribed for the treatment of severe bacterial infections such as infections of joint and bone, stomach infections, and tooth infections. [...]
This medicine contains the active ingredient clindamycin which belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics. These medicines prevent the growth and multiplication of bacteria. Clindamycin is prescribed for the treatment of severe bacterial infections such as infections of joint and bone, stomach infections, and tooth infections.
Clindamycin is not suitable for everyone. Do not use it
In particular, you must tell the doctor if you:
Clindamycin interacts with other medicines. It is most important that you tell the doctor all the medications and herbal supplements that you are currently taking.
See the package leaflet for a complete list of possible contraindications and warnings.
This medicine is available in form of a capsule.
You should take clindamycin exactly as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. The dose will be prescribed according to your age, condition and needs.
Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, or do not use it for a longer time than your doctor instructed. Also, this medicine works best if there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep this amount constant, do not miss any doses and take the medicine at the same time each day. Do not take two doses together if you miss a dose.
Read the information leaflet provided with your medication for additional information. Talk to your doctor if you have any additional questions.
Like all medicines clindamycin can cause side effects, including:
Consult a doctor if the side effects are severe. See the package leaflet for a complete list of side effects.