Dalacin C is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Other than this, Dalacin C has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Dalacin C 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dalacin C as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Dalacin C are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Dalacin C has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dalacin C related warnings talks about Dalacin C's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Dalacin C have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Dalacin C may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dalacin C is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dalacin C 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dalacin C is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dalacin C safe for pregnant women?
Dalacin C should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dalacin C safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Dalacin C. If you see any side effects, stop taking Dalacin C immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Dalacin C again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dalacin C on the Kidneys?
Dalacin C rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dalacin C on the Liver?
Side effects of Dalacin C rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Dalacin C on the Heart?
Dalacin C is completely safe for the heart.
Dalacin C 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 Dalacin C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dalacin C habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dalacin C.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dalacin C does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Dalacin C should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dalacin C is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dalacin C
Taking Dalacin C with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dalacin C
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dalacin C and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Dalacin C does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patient's who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing a headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, in a few cases oral Dalacin C 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.
Discontinuing Dalacin C 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.
No, Dalacin C 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.
Dalacin C is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Dalacin C without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
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