Clindamycin Hydrochloride Capsules IP: Clindamycin is indicated for the treatment of acne (pimples). Acne is a skin disorder with hair follicles plugged by oil and dead skin cells. Signs and symptoms are blackheads, pimples that have pus in them, and big/red bumps.
The Clindamycin contains ‘Clindamycin’, which acts by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis and thus preventing bacterial growth.
Common side effects of Clindamycin are burning sensation, itching, dryness, redness, oily skin, and skin peeling. All such side effects do not need medical intervention and subside over a period of time. If such side effects continue for a long time, please see your physician.
Medical Benefits:
- Clindamycin is an antibiotic that is used to treat acne (pimples).
- It has Clindamycin in it, which acts by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which inhibiting bacterial growth.
- It has a bacteriostatic action, inhibiting the reproduction of bacteria but not killing them.
Uses:
- Clindamycin reduces acne and avoids subsequent eruptions by preventing oil production and clearing blocked pores.
- Clindamycin calms redness and irritation of acne lesions, giving healthier-looking skin.
- Clindamycin aids the loss of dead cells, refining skin texture and avoiding congestion in pores.
- Clindamycin is full of active ingredients; it destroys acne-inducing bacteria, minimizing the occurrence of new blemishes.
- Clindamycin is best suited for oily skin; it controls excess sebum well to achieve a balanced face.
Instructions for Use:
- Read carefully in a proper way all the instructions prior to the use of this drug.
- Use this drug under the supervision of your health practitioner.
- Take the entire capsule with water.
- Avoid chewing or crushing the drug.
- Use this drug in the proper dosage as advised by your doctor.
Storage:
Keep these drugs in a dry and cool area. Avoid keeping this drug out of the reach of children and animals. Do not expose this drug to sunlight.
Dosage:
Use this drug in the appropriate dose and at the same time each day as your physician prescribes. Don’t use more than the appropriate dose of this drug; otherwise, it will be hazardous to your body.
Side Effect:
- Burning
- Itching
- Dryness
- Redness
- Oily skin
- Skin peeling
Precautions:
- Your physician has recommended Clindamycin to treat your infection and alleviate symptoms.
- Don’t miss doses and complete the course of treatment even if you recover. Early discontinuation will cause the infection to recur and more difficult to treat.
- Take with food to minimize an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea is a possible side effect, but it will cease when your treatment is over. Tell your doctor if it does not cease or if you notice blood in your stool.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before you begin treatment with this antibiotic.
- Discontinue Clindamycin and notify your doctor right away if you experience an itchy rash, facial, throat, or tongue swelling, or shortness of breath while using this drug.