Cleocin 300 mg

Generic name: Clindamycin
Brand name: Cleocin

Cleocin (Clindamycin) is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

How to use:
Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually 4 times a day (every 6 hours), or as directed by your doctor. Take it with a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this medication. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dose is also based on weight. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, take this drug at evenly spaced intervals. Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

Side effects:
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea may occur. Stop using clindamycin and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
diarrhea;
jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
urinating less than usual or not at all;
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, sores in your mouth and throat;
skin rash with severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness;
easy bruising, unusual bleeding (nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum), purple or red pinpoint spots under your skin; or
fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash.

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.