Clindym Injection
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Product introduction
Clindym Injection is an antibiotic medicine that fights bacteria and is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), stomach, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.
Clindym Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Clindym Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Clindym Injection
Benefits of Clindym Injection
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Clindym Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of lungs (pneumonia), stomach, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.
This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Clindym Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Clindym
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Maculopapular rash
- Thrombophlebitis
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
How to use Clindym Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Clindym Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clindym Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clindym Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Clindym Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clindym Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clindym Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Clindym Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Clindym Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Clindym Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- It is given as an injection into muscles or directly into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Stop taking Clindym Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Lincomycin
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Lincosamides
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does Clindym Injection take to work?
Usually, Clindym Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Is Clindym Injection effective?
Clindym Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Clindym Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
How is Clindym Injection administered?
Clindym Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Clindym Injection.
Can the use of Clindym Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Clindym Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Is Clindym Injection safe?
Clindym Injection is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.
What if I don't get better after using Clindym Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Is Clindym Injection effective?
Clindym Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Clindym Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Address: 2, Vitrag Appartment, Karelibaug, Vadodara-390018, Gujarat, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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