Clindamycin + Zinc acetate: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Benefits & Uses

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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
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: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
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: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks 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: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is used -

Moderate

Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Vaginal Irritation
Vaginal inflammation
Headache
Back Pain
Infection
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पेट दर्द
Vertigo
Fatigue

Unknown

Gastric Irritation

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Related Warnings

Is the use of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate safe during breastfeeding?

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Kidneys?

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Liver?

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate on the Heart?

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate is not harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with Other Drugs

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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

Ciprofloxacin

Gatifloxacin

Levofloxacin

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Clindamycin + Zinc acetate

Is this Clindamycin + Zinc acetate habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Clindamycin + Zinc acetate.

Clindamycin + Zinc acetate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clindamycin + Zinc acetate

Taking Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindamycin + Zinc acetate

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

Frequently asked Questions about Clindamycin + Zinc acetate

Question about 5 years ago

Does Clindamycin + Zinc acetate work for acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Clindamycin + Zinc acetate works in acne. It is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by Propionibacterium acnes and Cutibacterium acnes. The topical preparation of Clindamycin + Zinc acetate has to be applied a thin layer on the affected area once daily or as advised by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with ibuprofen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate can be taken with ibuprofen. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clindamycin + Zinc acetate cause diarrhoea?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate causes diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate with diphenhydramine?

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

Yes, oral Clindamycin + Zinc acetate can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clindamycin + Zinc acetate 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 Clindamycin + Zinc acetate contain penicillin?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Clindamycin + Zinc acetate does not contains penicillin. It contains clindamycin which is a macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamide and it has a broad spectrum activity against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria that are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.