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Clindazyme Benefits & Uses

Clindazyme is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clindazyme 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 450 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 450 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clindazyme Related Warnings

Is the use of Clindazyme safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Clindazyme safe during breastfeeding?

Clindazyme can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clindazyme on the Kidneys?

Clindazyme rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindazyme on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Clindazyme on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Clindazyme on the Heart?

Clindazyme is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clindazyme with Other Drugs

Clindazyme 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

Clindazyme Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clindazyme

Is this Clindazyme habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Clindazyme since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clindazyme only as per medical advice.

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

Clindazyme is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Clindazyme Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clindazyme

Taking Clindazyme with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clindazyme

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clindazyme with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clindazyme

Question over 5 years ago

What is Clindazyme?

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

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

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Clindazyme with ibuprofen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, oral Clindazyme 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Clindazyme treat strep?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clindazyme can treat strep. It is used in the treatment of strep throat (pharyngitis) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Since it is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take this drug by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Clindazyme cause diarrhoea?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, oral Clindazyme causes diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 4 years ago

Is Clindazyme a steroid?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Clindazyme 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.