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Clincent is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Clincent also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Clincent depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Clincent side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Clincent are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Clincent's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clincent related warnings talks about Clincent's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Clincent contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Clincent may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clincent is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Clincent is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Clincent safe for pregnant women?
Clincent can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Clincent safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Clincent. Immediately discontinue Clincent if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Clincent on the Kidneys?
Clincent may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clincent on the Liver?
Clincent may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Clincent on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clincent for the heart.
Clincent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clincent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clincent habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clincent is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clincent does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Clincent is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clincent in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clincent
It is safe to take Clincent with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clincent
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clincent with alcohol.
Yes, Clincent 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.
No, Clincent does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Clincent is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Clincent 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.
Clincent is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Clincent without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Yes, Clincent covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.
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