Avocin Clindamycin Hydrochloride 150 mg - 20 Capsules

Product Overview:

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  Avocin (Clindamycin) is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. It is used to treat serious infections caused by bacteria. This Product Contain 20 Capsules.

  
  


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  Clindamycin is usually available as one of three salts: clindamycin phosphate, clindamycin hydrochloride, or clindamycin nicotinamide. These salt forms are all prodrugs of clindamycin but once inside the body or applied to the skin, they are rapidly converted to active clindamycin by hydrolysis. All three salt forms of clindamycin: clindamycin phosphate, clindamycin hydrochloride, and clindamycin nicotinamide have the same antimicrobial spectrum and effectiveness.

  
  

Key Features:

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  Clindamycin hydrochloride is a salt of clindamycin that is usually used for oral formulations of clindamycin.

  
  


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  Clindamycin hydrochloride is a prodrug of clindamycin that is rapidly converted to active clindamycin once inside the body.
  Clindamycin hydrochloride has the same antimicrobial spectrum and effectiveness as clindamycin phosphate, clindamycin nicotinamide, and clindamycin.

  
  

How it Works:

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  Clindamycin works by stopping bacteria from growing and multiplying.

  
  

Benefits:

• Clindamycin is an antibiotic that is commonly used for an infection called bacterial vaginosis that is caused by certain bacteria.

Directions for Use:

• Take clindamycin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.


• Oral clindamycin capsules are taken by mouth.


• Clindamycin injection is injected into a muscle, or as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give your first dose and may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.


• Take the capsule with a full glass of water and at least 30 minutes before lying down to keep it from irritating your throat or esophagus.


• Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).


• You may need frequent medical tests during treatment.


• If you need surgery, let your surgeon know you use clindamycin as it may interact with certain drugs used for anesthesia.


• Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. Clindamycin will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.

Active Ingredients:

• Clindamycin (as clindamycin hydrochloride) 150 mg 

Side Effects:

• Any change in bowel habits (for example, you start going to the toilet very frequently or don't go at all)


• Severe stomach pain


• Diarrhea that is watery or bloody


• Little or no urination.

Common side effects may include:

• Nausea or vomiting


• Stomach (abdominal) pain


• Mild skin rash


• Vaginal itching or discharge.

Cautions & Warnings:

• Allergies to Ingredients. People who are allergic to Clindamycin should not use.


• Gut Conditions. Do not use Clindamycin if you have a history of any of the following conditions that affect your gut.
  
  
  
  • Ulcerative colitis or any type of colitis (inflammation of the colon)
  
  
  • Crohn’s disease
  
  
  • Severe diarrhea with past use of an antibiotic
  
  
  
  

Pregnancy Warnings:

• It is not known if or how Clindamycin could affect pregnancy or harm a fetus. Tell your health care provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Your health care provider will let you know if you should use Clindamycin while you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.

Breastfeeding Warnings:

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  It is not known if Clindamycin passes into breast milk. Tell your health care provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Your health care provider will let you know if you should use Clindamycin while breastfeeding. 

  
  

Storage:

• Clindamycin should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F and 77 F (20 C and 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F and 86 F (15 C and 30 C) for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not freeze.

FAQ:

• Q: Does clindamycin interact with foods or drinks?
  A: There are no known interactions between Clindamycin and foods or drinks.It is unknown if drinking alcohol will affect Clindamycin, but heavy drinking can slow your immune response and make it harder for your body to fight infection.


• Q: What happens if I miss a dose?
  A: Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.


• Q: What happens if I overdose?
  A: Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line.


• Q: What should I avoid while using clindamycin?
  A: Do not use clindamycin at the same time as erythromycin, another antibiotic.


• Q: What other drugs will affect clindamycin?
  A: Other drugs may interact with clindamycin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicines you start or stop using.Clindamycin has been shown to have neuromuscular blocking properties that may enhance the action of other neuromuscular blocking agents, such as succinylcholine, rocuronium, or vecuronium. Use with caution.