Clinacyn

Clinacyn300 mg

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Indications of Clinacyn 300 mg

Staphylococci and Pneumococci: upper respiratory tract infectionslower respiratory tract infectionsskin and soft tissue infectionsbone and joint infectionspelvic infectionsintra-abdominal infectionssepticemia and endocarditis

Theropeutic Class

Macrolides

Pharmacology

Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibiotic.

Absorption

Clindamycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S subunit of the ribosome. It has activity against aerobic gram-positive cocci, including: Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis (penicillinase and non-penicillinase producing strains), Streptococci, Pneumococci.

Distribution

Anerobic gram-negative bacilli including; Bacteroids species, Fusobacterium species. Anaerobic gram-positove non-spore forming bacilli including: Propionibacterium species, Eubacterium species, Actinomyces species, Peptostreptococcus species, Microaerophillic streptococci, C.

Metabolism

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Dosage & Administration of Clinacyn 300 mg

Dosage of Clindamycin capsule & suspension-Adults
Dosage:Serious infections: 150 mg-300 mg every six hours
More severe infections
Dosage:300 mg-450 mg every six hours
Pediatric Patients Serious infections
Dosage:8-16 mg/kg/day divided into three or four equal doses
More severe infections
Dosage:16-20 mg/kg/day divided into three or four equal doses
Dosage of Clindamycin IM/IV Injection-Adults
Dosage:Serious infections due to aerobic gram-positive cocci and the more susceptible anaerobes: 600-1200 mg/day in 2-4 equal doses
More severe infections
Dosage:1200 - 2700 mg/day in 2 - 4 equal doses
For more serious infections
Dosage:these doses may have to be increased
Notes:In life-threatening situations due to either aerobes or anaerobes these doses may be increased. Doses of as much as 4800 mg daily have been given intravenously to adults. Single intramuscular injections of greater than 600 mg are not recommended
Neonates (less than 1 month)
Dosage:15 to 20 mg/kg/day in 3 to 4 equal doses
Notes:The lower effective dosage may be adequate for small premature
Pediatric patients (1 month of age to 16 years)
Dosage:Parenteral (IV/IM) administration: 20 to 40 mg/kg/day in 3 or 4 equal doses
Notes:The higher doses would be used for more severe infections. Parenteral therapy may be changed to Capsules (clindamycin hydrochloride) when the condition warrants and at the discretion of the physician. In cases of -hemolytic streptococcal infections, treatment should be continued for at least 10 days

Interaction of Clinacyn 300 mg

Clindamycin enhance the action of other neuromuscular blocking agents. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients receiving such agents. Antagonism has been demonstrated between Clindamycin and Erythromycin in vitro. Because of possible clinical significance, these two drugs should not be administered concurrently.

Contraindications

Clindamycin is contraindicated in patients previously found to be sensitive to Clindamycin or lincomycin or any of the ingredients of this medicine.

Side Effects of Clinacyn 300 mg

The adverse effects have been reported with the use of Clindamycin are abdominal pain, oesophagitis and oesophagial ulcer, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, pruritus, skin rashes and urticaria.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy Category B. Clindamycin crosses the placenta in humans. After multiple doses, amniotic fluid concentrations were approximately 30% of maternal concentrations. Clindamycin should be used in pregnancy only if clearly needed. Clindamycin has been reported to appear in breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended for nursing mothers if not clearly needed.

Precautions & Warnings

Clindamycin should be prescribed with caution in individuals with a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.

Overdose Effects of Clinacyn 300 mg

Overdosage with orally administered Clindamycin has been rare. Adverse reactions similar to those seen with normal doses can be expected, however, unexpected reactions could occur. Haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are not effective in removing Clindamycin from the serum. Overdosage should be treated with simple gastric lavage. No specific antidote is known.

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.

Use In Special Populations

Use in newborns and infants: When Clindamycin is administered to newborns and infants (birth to 16 years), appropriate monitoring of organ system functions is desirable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clinacyn 300 mg used for?

Clindamycin has been shown to be effective in the treatment of the following infections when caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria or susceptible strains of gram positive bacteria such as Streptococci, Staphylococci and Pneumococci: upper respiratory tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, pelvic infections, intra-abdomin…

What is the dosage of Clinacyn 300 mg?

Dosage of Clindamycin capsule & suspension-Adults: Serious infections: 150 mg-300 mg every six hours. More severe infections: 300 mg-450 mg every six hours. Pediatric Patients Serious infections: 8-16 mg/kg/day divided into three or four equal doses. More severe infections: 16-20 mg/kg/day divided into three or four equal doses. Dosage of Clindamycin IM/IV Injection-Adults: Serious infections due …

What are the side effects of Clinacyn 300 mg?

The adverse effects have been reported with the use of Clindamycin are abdominal pain, oesophagitis and oesophagial ulcer, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, pruritus, skin rashes and urticaria.

Who should not take Clinacyn 300 mg?

Clindamycin is contraindicated in patients previously found to be sensitive to Clindamycin or lincomycin or any of the ingredients of this medicine.

What precautions should be taken with Clinacyn 300 mg?

Clindamycin should be prescribed with caution in individuals with a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.

Is Clinacyn 300 mg safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Pregnancy Category B. Clindamycin crosses the placenta in humans. After multiple doses, amniotic fluid concentrations were approximately 30% of maternal concentrations. Clindamycin should be used in pregnancy only if clearly needed. Clindamycin has been reported to appear in breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended for nursing mothers if not clearly needed.

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