Lindacil 300 mg 16 capsules

Clindamycin 300 mg capsule Why is Clindamycin Hydrochloride used? Contains Clindamycin Hydrochloride, which is an antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections. Do not use Clindamycin Hydrochloride Do not use Clindamycin Hydrochloride if you are allergic (severe allergy) to Clindamycin or Lincomycin or any other ingredients in this medicine. Precautions and warnings Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Clindamycin if: • You have diarrhea or usually get diarrhea when taking antibiotics or have had stomach or intestinal problems at any time. If you experience severe, prolonged, or bloody diarrhea during or after using Clindamycin, inform your doctor immediately as it may be necessary to stop treatment. This could be a sign of colitis (pseudomembranous colitis) which can occur after antibiotic treatment. • You have kidney or liver problems. • You have asthma, eczema, or hay fever. • You have any severe skin reactions or hypersensitivity to Clindamycin. Possible side effects Stop using the product and seek immediate medical care if you experience throat tightness, swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue, feel faint, or have difficulty breathing. Stop using the product if you experience hives or itching on the face or body. Other medications and Clindamycin Hydrochloride Tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medications: • Muscle relaxants used in surgeries (neuromuscular blocking agents). • Birth control pills. You should use additional contraceptive methods such as a condom while taking Clindamycin and for seven days after. • Warfarin or similar drugs - used to thin the blood. You may be more prone to bleeding. Your doctor may need to perform regular blood tests to check blood clotting. • CYP3A4 or CYP3A5 inducers like rifampicin may affect the effectiveness of the medication. How to use Clindamycin Hydrochloride Adults and the elderly The recommended dose of Clindamycin ranges from 150 to 450 mg (1 to 3 capsules) every 6 hours, depending on the severity of the infection. Pediatric dose This medicine is used for children able to swallow capsules. The recommended dose for children is 12 to 25 mg/kg/day of body weight, divided into six doses every hour, depending on the severity of the infection. Storage of Clindamycin Hydrochloride Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. Do not use capsules after the expiration date printed on the carton and blister labels. The expiration date refers to the last day of that month. Store at a temperature below 25°C. Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer in use. These measures help protect the environment. Product details: Brand: Lindasil Product model: Capsules Product type: Capsules