Description
CLINDAMYCIN (Clindazed) 300mg/4mL Injection – Product Description
Clindazed 300mg/4mL injection is a sterile antibiotic formulation containing clindamycin, effective against a wide range of anaerobic and certain aerobic gram-positive bacteria. It is supplied in single-use 4mL ampoules for intravenous or intramuscular administration.
Indications:
This injection is used to treat serious bacterial infections such as cellulitis, pneumonia, septicemia, endocarditis, pelvic infections, intra-abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, and dental infections caused by susceptible organisms.
Dosage and Administration:
For adults, the typical dose ranges from 600 to 1,200 mg per day divided into 2–4 doses. For more severe infections, doses may be increased under medical supervision. Intravenous administration involves dilution in an appropriate fluid and infusion over 10–60 minutes, depending on the dose. Intramuscular injections should be administered deep into a large muscle, with single injections not exceeding 600 mg.
Precautions:
Use is contraindicated in individuals with hypersensitivity to clindamycin or lincomycin. Caution is advised in patients with gastrointestinal diseases, liver or kidney impairment, or those on neuromuscular blocking agents. Use during pregnancy and lactation should be under medical supervision.
Side Effects:
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, skin rash, and injection site reactions. Serious but rare adverse effects may involve severe diarrhea indicative of Clostridium difficile infection, liver dysfunction, allergic reactions, and severe skin conditions.
Storage:
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Discard any unused portion after opening.
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