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Clingard Information

Clingard is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Clingard have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Clingard is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clingard as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Clingard normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Clingard has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Clingard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clingard related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Clingard have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Clingard with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Clingard, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Clingard Benefits & Uses

Clingard is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clingard 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

Clingard Related Warnings

Is the use of Clingard safe for pregnant women?

Clingard has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Clingard without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Clingard safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clingard. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clingard on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Clingard on the Liver?

Clingard may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clingard on the Heart?

Using Clingard does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clingard with Other Drugs

Clingard 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

Clingard Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clingard

Is this Clingard habit forming or addictive?

Clingard does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Clingard since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clingard only as per medical advice.

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

Clingard is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Clingard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clingard

Taking Clingard with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clingard

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clingard

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clingard cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Clingard does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patient's who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing a headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Clingard?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Oral Clingard can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Clingard 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 5 years ago

Does Clingard cover anaerobes?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clingard 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 about 5 years ago

Does Clingard treat UTI?

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

Yes, Clingard can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Clingard?

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

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