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Clinderm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Clinderm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Clinderm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clinderm as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Clinderm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Clinderm's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Clinderm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clinderm related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Clinderm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Clinderm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Clinderm, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Clinderm 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Clinderm safe for pregnant women?
Clinderm can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Clinderm safe during breastfeeding?
Clinderm can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Clinderm on the Kidneys?
Clinderm rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clinderm on the Liver?
Side effects of Clinderm rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Clinderm on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clinderm for the heart.
Clinderm 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 Clinderm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clinderm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clinderm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Clinderm as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Clinderm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clinderm cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clinderm
It is safe to take Clinderm with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clinderm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clinderm.
Yes, Clinderm can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
No, Clinderm 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.
Yes, Clinderm can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Clinderm contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.
Clinderm is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria which are essential for it. The absence of these vital proteins results in stunned bacterial cell growth due to which bacteria become vulnerable and dies. Clinderm is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Prevotella melaninogenica, and lostridium perfringens.
Yes, Clinderm covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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