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

Clinizex Information

Clinizex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Clinizex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Clinizex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Clinizex have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Clinizex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clinizex is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Clinizex related warnings talks about Clinizex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Clinizex contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Clinizex have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Clinizex Benefits & Uses

Clinizex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clinizex 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
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: 7 days 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: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
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: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clinizex Related Warnings

Is the use of Clinizex safe for pregnant women?

Clinizex can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Clinizex safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Clinizex on the Kidneys?

Clinizex rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clinizex on the Liver?

Clinizex is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clinizex on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Clinizex for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clinizex with Other Drugs

Clinizex 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

Clinizex Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clinizex

Is this Clinizex habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Clinizex is addictive.

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

Clinizex does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clinizex only as per medical advice.

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

Clinizex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Clinizex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clinizex

Taking Clinizex with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clinizex

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clinizex with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clinizex

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Clinizex without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Clinizex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Clinizex without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Clinizex a steroid?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Clinizex 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clinizex if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Clinizex 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 Clinizex as well or not.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clinizex cause abdominal pain?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, in a few cases oral Clinizex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clinizex cause dry skin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, a topical preparation of Clinizex may cause dry skin in few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use moisturizer and other preventive cure to relieve dryness of skin.