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Clene Benefits & Uses

Clene is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clene 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

Clene Related Warnings

Is the use of Clene safe for pregnant women?

Clene 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 Clene safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Clene on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Clene on the Liver?

Clene is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clene on the Heart?

Clene is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clene with Other Drugs

Clene 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

Clene Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clene

Is this Clene habit forming or addictive?

Clene is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Clene should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Clene for mental disorders.

No

Clene Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clene

It is safe to take Clene with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clene

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clene.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clene

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Clene?

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

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Clene?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Take Clene as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take or use this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Clene treat strep?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clene can treat strep. It is used in the treatment of strep throat (pharyngitis) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Since it is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take this drug by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clene cover anaerobes?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clene covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clene cover MRSA infections?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clene 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.