Clindazole: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clindazole Information

Clindazole is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suppository. Clindazole also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Clindazole depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Clindazole include Itching or burning, Vaginal Irritation. These side effects of Clindazole are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clindazole is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Clindazole has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clindazole related warnings section.

The section on Clindazole contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Clindazole may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clindazole is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Clindazole Benefits & Uses
Clindazole Dosage & How to Take
Clindazole Side Effects
Clindazole Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Clindazole with Other Drugs
Clindazole Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clindazole
Clindazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clindazole Benefits & Uses

Clindazole is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Clindazole 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

Clindazole Related Warnings

Is the use of Clindazole safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Clindazole without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Clindazole safe during breastfeeding?

Clindazole does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Clindazole on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Clindazole on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Clindazole on the Liver?

Information about safety of Clindazole for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Clindazole on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Clindazole on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Clindazole with Other Drugs

Clindazole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amphotericin B

Clindazole Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Clindazole

Is this Clindazole habit forming or addictive?

Clindazole is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Clindazole can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clindazole only as per medical advice.

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

No, Clindazole cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Clindazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clindazole

There is no information on the effects of taking Clindazole with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindazole

Information about the interaction of Clindazole and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clindazole

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Clindazole?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Oral Clindazole can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Clindazole 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 Clindazole if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Clindazole can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use a patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Clindazole as well or not.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clindazole cover anaerobes?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clindazole 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 4 years ago

Can I take Clindazole with tramadol?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, oral Clindazole can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clindazole along with tramadol if it does not exceed the recommended dosage.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Clindazole work for acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

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