Drug Uses

Cleocin is a lincosamide antibiotic that is used to cure serious infections caused by certain anaerobic bacteria.

How it is taken

You may take Cleocin with or without a meal. But take it with a glass of water. Cleocin must be taken at the same time each day to ensure that there are optimal levels of the drug in your blood. You must complete the full course of treatment to get complete relief from the medicine.

Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Cleocin, then you may take it as soon as you remember and adjust the remaining doses accordingly. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose then you may skip this dose and continue with the regular dosage. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

No information is available about the symptoms of Cleocin Overdose. However, if overdose is suspected seek medical attention immediately.
 

Discuss with your doctor about any prior medical condition that you may have including allergies to medicines, food or other substances, if you have diarrhea, a gastrointestinal (bowel) disease, liver disease, or are allergic to tartrazine.

may cause drowsiness. These effects get aggravated if you take it with alcohol or certain other medications (sleep aids, muscle relaxers). So, do not drive or perform other potentially hazardous tasks until you know how your body reacts to the drug.

You must not take if you are allergic to any ingredient in it or if you have antibiotic–associated colitis, Crohn`s disease, ulcerative colitis, or meningitis.

Cleocin is an antibiotic and cannot be used to cure viral infections.

Long term use of Cleocin can lead to a second infection. Inform your doctor if this occurs as your medication may need to be changed.

Some patients develop stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools while using Cleocin. Contact your doctor promptly if this occurs.

If you are pregnant or suspect that you are, then stop using and contact your doctor immediately.

Certain drugs can interact with Cleocin and hence, mention clearly to your doctor or pharmacist all medicines, dietary supplements and herbal prescriptions that you are taking.

It is unknown whether is secreted in breast milk. Avoid breast feeding while using the drug.

should be used with caution in children under the age of 16 as the safety and effectiveness of the drug have not been confirmed yet.

Periodic lab tests may be recommended to monitor your health while taking the drug. Ensure that you do not miss any lab tests.

It has been noted that elder patients are more sensitive to the side effects of the drug. They might need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring throughout the treatment.
 

Some of the common side effects of are infrequent urination, mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. Please contact your doctor if the symptoms persist or become bothersome.

Other severe side effects include allergic reactions (rash, hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue), severe or continuing diarrhea, severe stomach cramps/pain, stools/diarrhea with mucus or blood, yellowing of skin or eyes.

You must seek medical attention immediately if any of these side effects occur.