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Ctop Benefits & Uses

Ctop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ctop 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

Ctop Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ctop is used -

Moderate

Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Vaginal Irritation
Vaginal inflammation
Headache
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Infection
पेट की गैस
पेट दर्द
Vertigo
Fatigue

Ctop Related Warnings

Is the use of Ctop safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Ctop safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Ctop on the Kidneys?

Ctop may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ctop on the Liver?

Ctop has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ctop on the Heart?

Ctop is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ctop with Other Drugs

Ctop 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

Ctop Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Ctop

Is this Ctop habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ctop has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ctop as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ctop only as per medical advice.

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

No, Ctop is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ctop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ctop

It is safe to take Ctop with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ctop

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ctop

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ctop cause dry skin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, a topical preparation of Ctop 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ctop contain penicillin?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Ctop does not contains penicillin. It contains clindamycin which is a macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamide and it has a broad spectrum activity against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria that are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ctop if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Ctop 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 Ctop as well or not.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Ctop?

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

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Ctop on my own without doctors advice?

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

Discontinuing Ctop on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.