Clindamycin Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Clindamycin side effects are diarrhea, colitis, cramps, nausea, and vomiting. Rare Clindamycin side effects are itching, rash, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin, and joined pain. Topical Clindamycin side effects include dry skin, redness, oily skin, burning and itching. For rare topical side effects of Clindamycin, see Warning. Clindamycin vaginal cream side effects are inflamed cervix, vaginitis and irritation. For rare side effects of Clindamycin vaginal cream, see Warning.

CLINDAMYCIN SIDE EFFECTS REPORTING

If you experience any Clindamycin side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Clindamycin is an antibiotic given to treat bacterial infections, vaginal infections and severe acne. Clindamycin inhibits the production of protein that anaerobic bacteria need for growth and multiplying. Anaerobic bacteria do not need oxygen to reproduce and are found in abscesses, wounds, tooth infection and infections of the female genital tract. Clindamycin may also be used for certain skin infections including acne.

CLINDAMYCIN OVERDOSE

Clindamycin overdose symptoms include severe diarrhea and heightened side effect symptoms. In case of Clindamycin overdose, seek medical help right away. If you miss a dose of Clindamycin, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of Clindamycin.

CLINDAMYCIN AND PREGNANCY

Clindamycin does cross the fetus. If you are or planning to be pregnant, discuss with your doctor, its potential risks versus its benefits before using the drug. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Clindamycin.

CLINDAMYCIN WARNING

Clindamycin can cause a severe and sometimes fatal intestinal disorder known as colitis. Signs of colitis are diarrhea, bloody, pencil-shape stool, and abdominal cramps. Any form of Clindamycin including topical and vaginal cream can cause colitis. For that reason, Clindamycin should only be given in serious conditions that cannot be treated by other antibiotics.
Clindamycin should be given with caution if you have kidney or liver disease.

Avoid using Clindamycin if you are allergic to it or lincomycin.

Avoid sexual intercourse while using the Clindamycin vaginal cream.

CLINDAMYCIN AND DOSES

Capsules :
Adult :
150-450 mg every 6 hours.
Children :
3.5-11 mg/lb. of body weight/ 3-4 doses a day.
Foam : Apply enough with fingertips to cover the infected area and massage until foam disappears.
Suppositories :Insert 1 per day for 3 successive days.
Topical Lotion : Wash and dry the skin before applying the lotion. Apply enough to form a thin coat twice daily.
Vaginal Cream : Insert 1 applicator worth at bedtime for 7 days. (Exception: Clindesse requires only 1 at any time during the day).

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