Clindazyme: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clindazyme Benefits & Uses

Clindazyme is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clindazyme 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 450 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 450 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clindazyme Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clindazyme is used -

Moderate

Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Vaginal Irritation
Vaginal inflammation
Headache
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Infection
पेट की गैस
पेट दर्द
Vertigo
Fatigue

Clindazyme Related Warnings

Is the use of Clindazyme safe for pregnant women?

Clindazyme should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Clindazyme safe during breastfeeding?

Clindazyme may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Clindazyme, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Clindazyme.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clindazyme on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Clindazyme on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindazyme on the Liver?

Clindazyme has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindazyme on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Clindazyme for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clindazyme with Other Drugs

Clindazyme should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Codeine

Amiodarone

Paracetamol,Codeine

Erythromycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Clindazyme Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clindazyme

Is this Clindazyme habit forming or addictive?

Clindazyme does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Clindazyme will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Clindazyme is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Clindazyme cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Clindazyme Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clindazyme

You can take Clindazyme with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindazyme

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clindazyme with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clindazyme

Question about 6 years ago

What is Clindazyme?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Clindazyme 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 Clindazyme is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Clindazyme cause abdominal pain?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, in a few cases oral Clindazyme 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 about 5 years ago

Is Clindazyme a steroid?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Clindazyme is not a steroid. It contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamides. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clindazyme cover MRSA infections?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clindazyme covers MRSA(methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is effective against not just MRSA infection but also to penicillin-susceptible strains such as Streptococcus pneumoniae.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Clindazyme?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Oral Clindazyme can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Clindazyme should be applied as a thin layer once daily on the affected area or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with colitis and improper kidney or liver function.