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Clindy Benefits & Uses

Clindy is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clindy 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: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clindy Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clindy 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

Clindy Related Warnings

Is the use of Clindy safe for pregnant women?

Clindy can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Clindy safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clindy. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clindy on the Kidneys?

Clindy may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindy on the Liver?

Side effects of Clindy rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindy on the Heart?

Clindy is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clindy with Other Drugs

Clindy 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

Clindy Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clindy

Is this Clindy habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Clindy has not been reported.

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

Clindy does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clindy only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Clindy in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Clindy Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clindy

Taking Clindy with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindy

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clindy and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clindy

Question about 5 years ago

Can Clindy treat bacterial vaginosis (BV)?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Clindy can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Clindy contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Clindy?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Oral Clindy can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Clindy 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clindy with diphenhydramine?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, oral Clindy can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clindy along with diphenhydramine if the dose of this drug does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clindy cover MRSA infections?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clindy 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 over 5 years ago

Can Clindy cause dry skin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, a topical preparation of Clindy 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.