Clinoxid Gel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clinoxid Information

Clinoxid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Gel, Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Clinoxid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Clinoxid 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clinoxid as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clinoxid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clinoxid contraindications section.

Additionally, Clinoxid may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clinoxid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Clinoxid Benefits & Uses

Clinoxid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clinoxid 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
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: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days 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: Gel 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: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clinoxid Related Warnings

Is the use of Clinoxid safe for pregnant women?

Clinoxid 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 Clinoxid safe during breastfeeding?

Clinoxid may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Clinoxid, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Clinoxid.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clinoxid on the Kidneys?

Clinoxid rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clinoxid on the Liver?

Side effects of Clinoxid rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clinoxid on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clinoxid with Other Drugs

Clinoxid 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

Clinoxid Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clinoxid

Is this Clinoxid habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Clinoxid will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Clinoxid only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Clinoxid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Clinoxid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clinoxid

It is safe to take Clinoxid with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clinoxid

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clinoxid

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Clinoxid?

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

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

Question over 4 years ago

Is Clinoxid a steroid?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Clinoxid 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 5 years ago

How to take Clinoxid?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Oral Clinoxid can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Clinoxid 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 Clinoxid cover MRSA infections?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clinoxid 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clinoxid with diphenhydramine?

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

Yes, oral Clinoxid can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clinoxid 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.