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Cligel N is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Cligel N safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cligel N. If you are pregnant, do not take Cligel N without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cligel N safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Cligel N. If you see any side effects, stop taking Cligel N immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Cligel N again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cligel N on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cligel N on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cligel N on the Liver?
Cligel N may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cligel N on the Heart?
You can take Cligel N without any fear of damage to the heart.
Cligel N should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cligel N unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cligel N habit forming or addictive?
Cligel N does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cligel N since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Cligel N is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cligel N is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cligel N
Taking Cligel N with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cligel N
Information about the interaction of Cligel N and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, oral Cligel N 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.
Cligel N 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 Cligel N is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples).
Yes, Cligel N is safe to use, if it is used in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as metallic taste, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Cligel N 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.
Yes, a topical preparation of Cligel N 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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