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Clincitop is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Clincitop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Clincitop 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Clincitop safe for pregnant women?
Clincitop can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Clincitop safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clincitop. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Clincitop on the Kidneys?
Clincitop rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clincitop on the Liver?
Clincitop may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Clincitop on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clincitop for the heart.
Clincitop 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 Clincitop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clincitop habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clincitop is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clincitop will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Clincitop is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clincitop cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clincitop
Taking Clincitop with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clincitop
Information about the interaction of Clincitop and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Clincitop 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.
Yes, Clincitop can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Clincitop contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.
Yes, in a few cases oral Clincitop 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.
Clincitop 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 Clincitop is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples).
Yes, Clincitop 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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