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Composition :

CLINDAMYCIN-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Vostro Critical Care

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No- 382, Industrial Area, Phase-II, Panchkula-134113, Haryana
Other Info - CL73100

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FAQs

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule is an antibiotic that treats bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which retards bacterial growth.

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, an inflammation of the colon), yellow food dye allergy, and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema).

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can affect the live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease its effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Clindasoft 100mg Capsule if you are due to undergo any vaccinations.

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule may cause abnormal liver function tests as one of its side effects. Please consult your doctor before starting Clindasoft 100mg Capsule if you have any history of liver problems.

It is recommended to complete the course of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and stopping it midway may lead to recurring infections.

Diarrhoea can be a side-effect of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrhoeal medicine on your own.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid taking alcohol while using Clindasoft 100mg Capsule since it may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Clindasoft 100mg Capsule if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule is not recommended during breastfeeding since it can be excreted into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Clindasoft 100mg Capsule if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule usually does not interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Clindasoft 100mg Capsule since it may cause jaundice and abnormal liver function tests.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Clindasoft 100mg Capsule.

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Children

Caution

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be used in children only when prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will prescribe the dose depending on the child's age and body weight.

About Clindasoft 100mg Capsule

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule belongs to the class of ‘antibiotics’, primarily used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule will not work for viral infections, such as common cold and flu.

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule contains 'Clindamycin' that works by preventing bacterial protein synthesis, leading to the inhibition of bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect that stops bacterial reproduction. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Clostridium perfringens.

Take Clindasoft 100mg Capsule as advised by a doctor. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, heartburn, skin rash, and vaginal itching or discharge. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Clindasoft 100mg Capsule. Let your doctor know if you have any liver disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, an inflammation of the colon), yellow food dye allergy, and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema). Do not use Clindasoft 100mg Capsule while getting vaccinated with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Clindasoft 100mg Capsule may affect vaccine activity. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be used only with a doctor's advice during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Uses of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule

Bacterial infections.

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Medicinal Benefits

Clindasoft 100mg Capsule is an antibiotic that treats bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which inhibits bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect, which stops bacterial reproduction but doesn't kill them. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Clostridium perfringens.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow the tablet/capsule as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it.Oral liquid: Measure the liquid with a measuring cup and take it as advised by the doctor.

Side Effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule

  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Heartburn
  • Skin rash
  • Vaginal itching or discharge 

Drug Warnings

Do not use Clindasoft 100mg Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea), yellow food dye allergy, and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema). Do not use Clindasoft 100mg Capsule while getting vaccinated with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Clindasoft 100mg Capsule may affect vaccine activity. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Clindasoft 100mg Capsule. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be used in children only when prescribed by a doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClindamycinCholera, live attenuated
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Concomitant use of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule with ceritinib can increase the effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can be taken with ceritinib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhoea.
ClindamycinCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule may reduce the activity of the cholera vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the Cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Carbamazepine and Clindasoft 100mg Capsule together may result in reduced blood levels of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule, which could make it less effective in treating your disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking carbamazepine and Clindasoft 100mg Capsule together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any symptoms like fever, it is advised to consult a doctor. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule with Atazanavir may increase the effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can be taken with atazanavir if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience persistent nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Taking Clindasoft 100mg Capsule with Botulinum toxin can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Clindasoft 100mg Capsule with Botulinum toxin together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Coadministration of use of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule with ketoconazole can increase the effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can be taken with ketoconazole if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain or diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ClindamycinBoceprevir
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How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Boceprevir together with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can increase the effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clindasoft 100mg Capsule and Boceprevir, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you have ongoing feelings of sickness, throwing up, having loose stools, or pain in your stomach, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Co-administration of of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule with gentamicin may increase the risk of kidney and/or nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can be taken with gentamicin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience signs and symptoms of kidney damage such as sudden weight gain or weight loss, nausea, vomiting, fluid retention, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. If you develop diarrhea or vomiting during treatment with these medications, drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration, as dehydration may also harm the kidney.
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
When Ethinylestradiol and Clindasoft 100mg Capsule are taken together, the effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ethinylestradiol and Clindasoft 100mg Capsule, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Concomitant use of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule with indinavir may increase the effects of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clindasoft 100mg Capsule can be taken with indinavir if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhoea.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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CLINDAMYCIN-100MGOther bacterial intestinal infections
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CLINDAMYCIN-100MGDisorders related to short gestation and low birth weight, not elsewhere classified
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CLINDAMYCIN-100MGOther bacterial intestinal infections
Severe
How does the disease interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Almost all antibacterial medications have been associated with reports of Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), formerly known as pseudomembranous colitis. It can vary from mild diarrhoea to deadly colitis.

How to manage the interaction:
Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD) ranging from mild diarrhoea to colitis has been reported during treatment with antibacterial agents. Therapy should be administered cautiously in patients with history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis and pseudomembranous colitis. Appropriate fluid and electrolyte management, protein supplementation, and antibacterial treatment of C difficile is advised.
CLINDAMYCIN-100MGDisorders related to short gestation and low birth weight, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Benzyl alcohol is frequently used as a preservative in the formulation of multidose vials for parenteral medicines. Manufacturers of pharmaceuticals believe that using them in neonates, especially preterm and underweight newborns, is contraindicated. In low birth weight preterm newborns, the use of benzyl alcohol in bacteriostatic saline intravascular flush and endotracheal tube lavage solutions has been linked to mortality and serious respiratory and metabolic problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Parenteral medications containing benzyl alcohol as a preservative are contraindicated in neonates, particularly premature infants and infants of low birth weight.
CLINDAMYCIN-100MGOther diseases of liver
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
The liver is the primary site of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule metabolism. Patients with significantly impaired hepatic function may have a rise in the blood concentration of Clindasoft 100mg Capsule and a prolongation of the half-life. Additionally, the drug's usage may result in abnormal liver enzyme levels and jaundice. Patients with liver problems should receive Clindasoft 100mg Capsule therapy with caution. When given every 8 hours, dosage modifications might not be required. However, with high-dose therapy, serum concentrations should be observed, and during prolonged therapy, regular liver function tests should be carried out.

How to manage the interaction:
Clindasoft 100mg Capsule is primarily metabolized by the liver. Therapy with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be administered cautiously in patients with liver disease. Serum concentrations should be monitored during high-dose therapy, and periodic liver function tests should be performed during prolonged therapy.
CLINDAMYCIN-100MGOther disorders of kidney and ureter, not elsewhere classified
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Clindasoft 100mg Capsule is partially removed by the kidney. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in individuals with significantly impaired renal function. Dosage changes are probably to be required. Serum Clindasoft 100mg Capsule concentrations should be monitored throughout high-dose therapy, and renal function tests should be conducted on a regular basis during extended medication.

How to manage the interaction:
Therapy with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be administered cautiously in patients with severely impaired renal function. Serum Clindasoft 100mg Capsule concentrations should be monitored during high-dose therapy, and periodic renal function tests should be performed during prolonged therapy.
CLINDAMYCIN-100MGOther disorders of kidney and ureter, not elsewhere classified
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule:
Clindasoft 100mg Capsule is partially removed by the kidney. Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in individuals with significantly impaired renal function. Dosage changes are probably to be required. Serum Clindasoft 100mg Capsule concentrations should be monitored throughout high-dose therapy, and renal function tests should be conducted on a regular basis during extended medication.

How to manage the interaction:
Therapy with Clindasoft 100mg Capsule should be administered cautiously in patients with severely impaired renal function. Serum Clindasoft 100mg Capsule concentrations should be monitored during high-dose therapy, and periodic renal function tests should be performed during prolonged therapy.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • WARFARIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • PHENYTOIN

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Special Advise

  • Liver function monitoring (Liver function tests) is recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
  • Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is reported during the usage of antibiotics. Please consult your doctor if you experience prolonged diarrhoea.
  • Coagulation (blood clotting) tests are recommended when Clindasoft 100mg Capsule is used along with anticoagulants.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include whole-grain foods like multigrain bread and brown rice in your diet. 
  • Taking probiotics after an antibiotic treatment reduces the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. 
  • Try taking yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi that help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet that is easily digested by your gut bacteria. Fibre foods may also help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. 
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep. 

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