WHO Essential Medicine EML section: Access group antibiotics
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Clindamycin phosphate topical lotion is indicated in the treatment of acne vulgaris. In view of the potential for diarrhea, bloody diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis, the physician should consider whether other agents are more appropriate (see CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS and ADVERSE REACTIONS ).
The mechanism of action of clindamycin in treating acne vulgaris is unknown.
In 18 clinical studies of various formulations of clindamycin phosphate using placebo vehicle and/or active comparator drugs as controls, patients experienced a number of treatment emergent adverse dermatologic events.
Clindamycin phosphate topical lotion is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to preparations containing clindamycin or lincomycin, a history of regional enteritis or ulcerative colitis, or a history of antibiotic-associated colitis.
Pregnancy (label summary): Teratogenic effects In clinical trials with pregnant women, the systemic administration of clindamycin during the second and third trimesters has not been associated with an increased frequency of congenital abnormalities. Breastfeeding (label summary): Nursing Mothers It is not known whether clindamycin is excreted in breast milk following use of clindamycin phosphate. However, orally and parenterally administered clindamycin has been reported to appear in breast milk.
For a suspected overdose or poisoning, call 102 now and go to the nearest emergency hospital.
Call 102What is Clindamycin used for?
Clindamycin phosphate topical lotion is indicated in the treatment of acne vulgaris. In view of the potential for diarrhea, bloody diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis, the physician should consider whether other agents are more appropriate (see CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS and ADVERSE REACTIONS ).
How does Clindamycin work?
The mechanism of action of clindamycin in treating acne vulgaris is unknown.
What are the side effects of Clindamycin?
In 18 clinical studies of various formulations of clindamycin phosphate using placebo vehicle and/or active comparator drugs as controls, patients experienced a number of treatment emergent adverse dermatologic events.
Who should not take Clindamycin?
Clindamycin phosphate topical lotion is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to preparations containing clindamycin or lincomycin, a history of regional enteritis or ulcerative colitis, or a history of antibiotic-associated colitis.
Can I take Clindamycin in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy (label summary): Teratogenic effects In clinical trials with pregnant women, the systemic administration of clindamycin during the second and third trimesters has not been associated with an increased frequency of congenital abnormalities.
What is the dose of Clindamycin?
Not provided here. Ask a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Clindamycin?
Clindamycin is used for: Clindamycin phosphate topical lotion is indicated in the treatment of acne vulgaris. Common side effects include: In 18 clinical studies of various formulations of clindamycin phosphate using placebo vehicle and/or active comparator drugs as controls, patients experienced a number of treatme…
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