Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by preventing bacterial growth and multiplication. It is commonly used to treat infections involving the skin and soft tissues, bone and joints. It can also be applied on the skin to treat acne.
Common side effects include:
Very rarely, clindamycin may injure the liver. Stop this medication and seek medical advice immediately if you develop any of these symptoms:
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following.
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medicine immediately and see your doctor.
Inform your healthcare professional if:
Oral Clindamycin
Topical Clindamycin (Gel, Lotion)
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your usual timing. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the missed dose.
Pack this medication into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin.