Clindamycin Forums (Page 6)

Was prescribed this Medicine 1week ago today. Just realized I was supposed to be taking three pills so 450 mg every 8 hours. I have only been taking 1 pill 150 mg every 8 hours what should I do? Should I start taking the 3 pills until they are gone? ## Hello, Cammie! How are you? It would be best to discuss it with your doctor, because if you don't take the full dose for the full duration of treatment, there is a risk of your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. Thus, they may need to prescribe more. The FDA lists the typical antibiotic side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I took Clindamycin 300mg cap 4x/day for 10 days. I still have an abcess on my neck (caused possibly from ingrown hair and my picking?). The lump has gotten much smaller, from large ping-pong to regular grape, but never came to head, and when i originally asked the doc about cleaning it out, she said we will see if this works first. I'm not happy i took such a risk and then read that these type of "cysts" cannot receive the antibiotic because they are closed off. ....etc. I finished pills yesterday. Will it continue to work like other antibiotics I've taken? I'm not sure when I should go back to the doc. ## Hello, Michelle! How are you? Yes, it can continue to work for a few days. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache...

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I can't remember if I took my bedtime dose of clindamycin. Should I just wait until the morning dose. ## Hello, Judy! How are you? That is one option, the other would be to count the remaining tablets to see if you took it, or not. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thanks for the suggestion. I also thought of that AFTER I posted. Thanks again.

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I'm an alcoholic and i have a tooth abcess..woul i be able to take clyndomicin as i cannot just stop drinking as it would be too dangerous ## Hello, Elaine! How are you? You can take it, as long as your doctor approves, but you may experience worsening of the side effects, if you are also drinking while taking it. Thus, as listed by the U.S. FDA, you may experience more nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and diarrhea than normal. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am taking clindamycin 300 mg TID for a skin infection. Since starting this medication, I have noticed an increase in saliva production, stomach/digestive issues and a loss of appetite. Are these normal side effects or should I be concerned? ## Hello, Sheryl! How are you? Those can be normal side effects and should go away within a week, or so, of finishing your course of treatment. As listed by the FDA, you may also expense nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. How long will you be taking it? ## *Experience, not expense. Some days, I hate my computer! LOL However, if for some reason your symptoms worsen, then should make sure to consult your doctor as you may need to try a different antibiotic.

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If you are currently taking Clindamycin for a staph infection, will you still continue to get small folliculitis bumps on your face, chest, neck and/or back? Or is that a sign that the antibiotic is not working a 100% and your doctor may need to switch you to something stronger to completely clear the infection? ## Hello, Misty! How are you? How long have you been taking it? In this case, it could take a few days for it to start to work to clear it up. But usually, you should start to see improvement after 3 full days of taking it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. ## I'm on clindamycin for 3 days now and although the pain has subsided the abscess is still there. I have a 10 day Supply am i ...

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I've been taking Clindamycin 300 mg every 4 hours and just realized the side effect I had is feeling generally unwell. Should I look out for anything else? ## Hello, Rosie! How are you? The U.S. FDA lists other typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. How long will you be taking it?

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I see my boyfriend with those pills. Is it for a man or woman? Please advise. ## Hello, Tracy! How are you? These capsules are manufactured by Sun Pharmaceuticals and they list them as containing 150mgs of Clindamycin, which is an antibiotic, so anyone can take it, if their doctor deems it necessary. It's used to treat or prevent various types of infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi there im on clindamycin and im on day 2 300 mg 3 times day pain and swelling are still there from my absast tooth. Thank you ## Hello, Alex! How are you? Has there been any change? The general rule with antibiotics is that if they are working for you, you should start to see improvement after taking them for a full 3 days. The FDA lists the typical side effects for this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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it is ok to take this medicine, 3x a day? after meal? ## Clindamycin is an antibiotic that's used to treat or prevent some types of infections. If used improperly, there is a risk of developing antibiotic resistant bacteria, so you should only take it, if your doctor or dentist has verified the presence of an infection and prescribed it for you. You can learn more Clindamycin details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. And it is usually given 3 or 4 times a day, depending on the type and severity of the infection being treated. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Can indacil clindamicina 300mg be used to treat any type of venereal disease? ## Can indacil clindamicina 300mg help with under skin abscess ## could the indacil be ...

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I have a few left over for my dog is it the same for humans is it safe to take ## Hello, Demoney! How are you? What are the markings on them? Some aren't made to human standards, so it's best to be careful, but I can check for you, if you post back with the markings. Additionally, if you only have leftovers, you may not have enough to full eradicate an infection, which may result in the development of antibiotic resistant bacteria. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Blue and green rx692 and I have over 20count

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Hi, I was prescribed clindamycin 300mg for dental abscess and percocet 5-325mg tab, but I can't keep any food down. I was going to drink an extra strength Alka Seltzer to see if it would help with the upset stomach. Is this OK to mix? It is the antacid tabs diluted in 4oz water. Thanks ## Hello, Jen! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed between them, but it's always best double check to be sure. Both the antibiotic and the narcotic can cause nausea and vomiting as side effects, you may also experience dizziness, drowsiness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea, as listed by the FDA. The Percocet also carries the risk of being habit forming. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can i still take clindamycin for my toothache? It expired 3 months ago. Is it safe? ## Hello, Tiffany! How are you? It is never a good idea to take an expired antibiotic. Since medications lose effectiveness over time, it may not completely eradicate the bacteria and could result in your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. It would be best to see your dentist for a new prescription, if an infection is present. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My other is taking Clindamyacin 150mg. What does the "HCI" HCI stand for? Not HCL? Help please to clarify, thank you very much. ## Hello, Michael! How are you? HCL stands for hydrochloride, it denotes the specific chemical salt that the Clindamycin is derived from. This medication is an antibiotic that is used treat various types of infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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my baby at 8 days old was diagnosed with MRSA in his eyes. We've been on iv antibiotics and when he was sent home he was prescribed clindamycin in an oral form. 2 1/2 ML for 5 days. Well the MRSA returned shortly after we finished the 5 days. So he is back on it for 10 days. My question is we are using the same bottle of clindamycin that is now 2 weeks old. Do we need to get a prescription for a new bottle of clindamycin? As you know MRSA is a nightmare and very hard to get rid of. I want him to be getting the best medication he can get. ## Hello, Jessica! How is your son doing? Most liquid medications do expire fairly quickly, but there should be an expiration date on the bottle to be sure. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizz...

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Hi there. I have a really bad tooth abscess; my jaw has swelled up. I was prescribed Mylan-Clindamycin 300mg,take 4 times daily. When will I start to see the swelling go down? ## Hello, Jakub! How are you? I'm sorry about the infection. The general rule with antibiotics is that if it's working, you shouldn't see any worsening after taking it for a full 24 hours and you should start to see improvement after a full 3 days of taking it. If there's no change after 3 days, you should consult your doctor. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Jakub! I know it's been a few months since your post, but I'm in BAD shape, with a ...

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Can I take clindamycin for my althelets foot to stop itching foot smell and pain ## Hello, Jr! How are you? No, this is an antibiotic and it is only effective at treating bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. However, athlete's foot is actually a fungal infection, so you'll need an antifungal medication to treat it. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Would it still be good to take for an upper respiratory infection after 05/08/2015? ## Medications do tend to lose efficacy over time, so there is a chance that it may no longer adequately kill of all bacteria to eradicate the infection, thus, it would be best to see your doctor for a new prescription. The FDA lists the typical antibiotic side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I keep having a reoccurring cyst on the back of my head the hospitals always perceive me with Clindamycin in pill form could I use the liquid? There's 3 bottles of it. Please help ## Hello, Lamont! How are you? Liquid medications tend to have a very short shelf-life, so it is most likely no longer effective. Additionally, liquids can turn, so there is a chance it could actually make you ill, if you use it. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have medicine from my doctor called Clindamycin hydrochloride. Does that hydrochloride help with pain and discomfort? ## Hello, Tiffany! How are you? No, that is the name of one active ingredient Clindamycin Hydrochloride, the Hydrochloride designates the specific chemical salt that the medication is derived from, so it's not a separate ingredient. The FDA classifies this medication as an an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent bacterial infections. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My son had left over liquid clindamycin palmitate hydrochloride antibiotics for oral solution 75mg and my puppy has and ear infection or abcess i was wondering if i can give t...

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