Cleocin

Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) may be described as a semi – synthetic antibiotic which is used to effectively treat varied bacterial infections. However, this medication is not effective in the case of the common cold, flu or other viral infections.

Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) is used to help effectively treat blood, bone, joint, lung, urinary tract or pelvic infections.

However, you must be aware that Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) must not be used for treatment in the case of meningitis.

Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) is available in capsule form which must be taken by mouth, usually 4 times a day and with or without food or as directed by your health care professional. However, to rule out the possibility of an irritation within the esophagus, this particular medication must be taken with a full glass of water.

Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) you do not understand. You must also be sure to take this medication exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when this medication is abruptly discontinued. You must also be aware that use of this medication is not recommended in the case of children who are less than 18 years of age.

Lastly, you must consult and reconfirm with your health care professional prior to commencing a course of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride), since you must be certain of taking the right potency prescribed by your health care professional in the case of this particular medication.

While on an ongoing course of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

Sometimes, Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) may cause the patient to experience partial diarrhea, pain while swallowing, stomach pain or cramps, skin rashes, a body ache, swelling of one’s face, lips, tongue or throat, an itching sensation, dizziness, heartburn, nausea and myalgia.

Furthermore, Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) may cause the patient to experience marginal urinary complications, vomiting, oral thrush, white patches within one’s mouth, chills, a loss in one’s appetite, peeling or blistering of one’s skin, a sore throat and headaches.

If you are on an ongoing course of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

Sometimes, Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) also interacts with various medications, such as Aspirin, Lincomycin, Doxorubicin, Bactramycin, Lincocin, Robimycin, Chloramphenicol, Erythromycin, kaolin products, oral contraceptives (birth control pills), varied vaccinations that contain live bacteria and certain medications used to treat pain.

In case of an overdose of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride), call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Furthermore, an overdose of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) may cause one to experience varied changes in behavior or convulsions.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride), monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery, or you conceive whilst on a course of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive. You must know that Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) passes into breast milk.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride). It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride), you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of Cleocin (Clindamycin hydrochloride) to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

Sometimes, Cleocin (Clindamycin) is also indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible strains of streptococci, pneumococci and staphylococci. This medication may also be administered in the case of certain patients who react negatively to penicillin; however you must be certain to first consult your health care professional. Furthermore, Cleocin (Clindamycin) is also used to help in the effective treatment of Methicillin – Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), malaria and peritonitis. This medication may also be administered prior to varied dental procedures, especially in the case of patients suffering from certain heart complications. Lastly, you must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Cleocin (Clindamycin) for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

Store Cleocin (Clindamycin) in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Cleocin (Clindamycin) medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused Cleocin (Clindamycin) medication.

It is important for the patient to know that before consuming Cleocin (Clindamycin); they must inform their health care professional, if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from kidney complications, eczema, enteritis or intestinal complications, such as pseudomembranous colitis.

Furthermore, it is also important for the patient to know that before consuming Cleocin (Clindamycin); they must inform their health care professional, if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from ulcerative Crohn`s disease (colitis), asthma, liver complications or hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis).

Lastly, while on an ongoing course Cleocin (Clindamycin), you must also refrain from using anti – diarrhea products or narcotic pain medications.