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What is Cleocin
ClindamycinThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryClindamycin is a medication used to treat serious bacterial infections. It also has topical applications for acne. It is effective against certain bacteria, including anaerobic bacteria and gram-positive and gram-negative types. Clindamycin has also been used to treat some parasitic infections such as toxoplasmosis, malaria, and babesiosis, although it is not officially approved for this use. Clindamycin is a semi-synthetic antibiotic derived from lincomycin, which was first isolated in Lincoln, Nebraska from a soil sample.
Cleocin Hydrochlorideis the brand name
Cleocin Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Cleocin Hydrochloride
Clindamycin
1970
507
Effectiveness
How Cleocin Affects PatientsClindamycin stops bacteria from producing proteins and is usually taken every six hours to keep a consistent amount of the antibiotic in the body. Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea (CDAD) is a possible side effect that can range from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis and may occur up to two months after stopping clindamycin. It is only used for serious infections when less toxic antibiotics cannot be used. Clindamycin works against many types of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, but some bacteria may be resistant to it. Depending on the area, local antibiograms can be consulted to make sure cl
How Cleocin works in the bodyClindamycin stops bacteria from making proteins. It blocks bacteria from forming ribosomes, which are responsible for creating proteins. It also stops the process of making proteins from occurring. Clindamycin is also thought to work against acne-causing bacteria, although it is not entirely understood how it does this.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Cleocin is contingent upon the identified disorder, including viridans group streptococci, Vaginal Infections and Surgical Intervention. The quantity of dosage is dependent upon the technique of implementation (e.g. Cream - Vaginal or Suspension - Topical) featured in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
viridans group streptococci
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Heart Valve Prosthesis
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Bacterial Endocarditis
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Bacterial Endocarditis
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Acne Vulgaris
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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penicillins
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Vaginal Infections
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Bacterial Vaginosis
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Tubo-ovarian abscess caused by Anaerobic Bacterial Infection
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
, Vaginal, Cream, Cream - Vaginal, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for solution, Granule, for solution - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Solution - Oral, Swab, Swab - Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Lotion, Lotion - Topical, Suppository, Suppository - Vaginal, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Infiltration; Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit - Infiltration; Intramuscular; Intravenous, Gel - Vaginal
Acquired valvular dysfunction
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Surgically constructed systemic-pulmonary shunt
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Mitral Valve Prolapse
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Toxoplasmosis
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
, Vaginal, Cream, Cream - Vaginal, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for solution, Granule, for solution - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Topical, Gel, Gel - Topical, Suspension, Suspension - Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Solution - Oral, Swab, Swab - Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Lotion, Lotion - Topical, Suppository, Suppository - Vaginal, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Infiltration; Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit - Infiltration; Intramuscular; Intravenous, Gel - Vaginal
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Bone and Bones
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Vaginal Mycosis
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Babesiosis
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Endometritis caused by Anaerobic Bacterial Infection
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Malaria
150.0 mg, 300.0 mg, , 0.02 mg/mg, 75.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 75.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 6.0 mg/mL, 12.0 mg/mL, 18.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 100.0 mg, 1.0 %, 1.2 %, 30.0 mg/mL, 60.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 11.9 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 0.007 mg/mg, 0.01 mg/mL
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Warnings
Cleocin has four contraindications, and its use should be avoided when one is afflicted with any of the conditions stated in the table below.Cleocin ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
History of Antibiotics Associated Colitis
Do Not Combine
Crohn Disease
Do Not Combine
Ulcerative Colitis
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Clindamycin may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Cleocin Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Astemizole
Major
The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Clindamycin.
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Clindamycin.
Bromocriptine
Major
The serum concentration of Bromocriptine can be increased when it is combined with Clindamycin.
Cabazitaxel
Major
The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Clindamycin.
Cabergoline
Major
The serum concentration of Cabergoline can be increased when it is combined with Clindamycin.
Cleocin Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe toxic dose of clindamycin in mice and rats is 2540 mg/kg and 2190 mg/kg, respectively. No cases of overdose have been reported, but potential symptoms could include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In one case study, a 3-year-old child was given a daily dose of 100 mg/kg for 5 days and experienced mild abdominal pain and diarrhea. Activated charcoal can be used to reduce the amount of unabsorbed drug, but hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are not effective. In cases of overdose, general supportive measures are recommended.
Cleocin Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Cleocin?
Currently, 73 active studies are being conducted to assess the potential of Cleocin in managing Bacterial Endocarditis, Acne and Pneumocystis Jirovecii Pneumonia.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Surgical Intervention
0 Actively Recruiting
Malaria
0 Actively Recruiting
Bone and Bones
0 Actively Recruiting
Acne Vulgaris
0 Actively Recruiting
Mixed Vaginal Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
prophylaxis of Bacterial endocarditis
0 Actively Recruiting
Surgically constructed systemic-pulmonary shunt
0 Actively Recruiting
Endometritis caused by Anaerobic Bacterial Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacteria, Anaerobic
0 Actively Recruiting
Communicable Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacteria, Anaerobic
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacteria, Anaerobic
0 Actively Recruiting
viridans group streptococci
0 Actively Recruiting
Respiratory Tract Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Tubo-ovarian abscess caused by Anaerobic Bacterial Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Pelvic cellulitis caused by Anaerobic Bacterial Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Vaginal Candidiasis
0 Actively Recruiting
Pneumocystis Jirovecii Pneumonia
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
6 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1
Heart Valve Prosthesis
0 Actively Recruiting
Cleocin Reviews: What are patients saying about Cleocin?
5Patient Review
11/18/2019 I found this medication to be effective, quick-acting, and helpful. I would definitely recommend it to others who are struggling with similar issues.
4.7Patient Review
3/7/2021 Clindamycin has been really effective for me in treating tooth infections. Since I can't take other antibiotics, it's great to have an option with fewer side effects. The only downside so far is a canker sore, but that's much better than some of the alternatives.
4.3Patient Review
2/9/2020 Please keep in mind that the people who have no problems with a medication are much less likely to look it up online and leave a comment. So, reading these comments only provides a biased survey of those who had issues while taking it.
4Patient Review
8/3/2020 I've been prescribed Clindamycin for a bacterial skin infection. So far, I'm on day six of the twenty and have noticed an improvement. Occasionally, I get diarrhea but it's manageable with probiotics or yogurt. Additionally, I haven't experienced heartburn, nausea, or vomiting; however, there have been moments of dizziness. It took approximately four days to see a change in my rash and fourteen more days should do the trick according to my doctor.
3.3Patient Review
12/2/2019 The medication worked to get rid of my sinus infection, but unfortunately caused a bad rash/hives. I contacted the doctor and they said it was safe to stop taking the medicine since the symptoms from the infection had gone away. They did warn me that the rash might last a few days though, as it's an allergic reaction.
3.3Patient Review
8/9/2020 If you have a mood disorder or anxiety disorder, I would not recommend this drug.
3.3Patient Review
2/10/2020 It's best to take this medication with a full glass of milk, and you should stay upright for at least half an hour after swallowing the pill. If you experience heartburn, gaviscon can help. I've also found that this medication can cause drowsiness, nausea, and light diarrhea.
3Patient Review
7/30/2019 After taking Clindamycin for two weeks to treat an infection, I started having stomach cramps and green diarrhea three days after my last dose. The pain is bad enough that I'm going to have to contact my doctor.
3Patient Review
5/29/2021 Though this medication cleared up my sinus infection quickly, the severe diarrhea it caused a few days later was incredibly disruptive to my life. I'm now four weeks out and still struggling with these side effects; according to some people I've talked to, they could last up to six months. Use this medication at your own risk.
1Patient Review
12/20/2020 I had an incredibly negative experience after taking clindamycin for an abscess. I developed severe heartburn, oesophagatis, rash, diarrhoea, vomiting and headache. My body has never been the same since and I would urge others to stay away from this dangerous drug.
1Patient Review
1/5/2020 After taking just two pills of clindamycin, the nausea was so severe that I had to stop. It's been a few hours and I still can't function because I feel so sick.
Patient Q&A Section about cleocin
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is Cleocin used to treat?
"Clindamycin is an antibiotic that is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the skin, stomach, and lungs. It can be used if you are allergic to penicillin antibiotics but has a risk of severe, life-threatening diarrhea."
Answered by AI
What infections does Cleocin treat?
"Clindamycin is an antibiotic used to treat serious infections that are caused by bacteria. It works by preventing the bacteria from making proteins."
Answered by AI
Is Cleocin a penicillin?
"Are Cleocin and Penicillin the Same Thing?
Cleocin (clindamycin hydrochloride) and penicillin are both antibiotics used to treat serious bacterial infections. However, they belong to different antibiotic drug classes - Cleocin is a lincomycin antibiotic and penicillin is a penicillin antibiotic. Therefore, they are not the same thing."
Answered by AI
Is Cleocin a strong antibiotic?
"Yes, Clindamycin is a powerful broad-based antibiotic that is prescribed by doctors to treat severe infections, including the fatal MRSA infection. It is effective against various bacterial infections, including those which can survive without air."
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