Clindamycin Injection
- Packing: 2 Ml/4 Ml Ampoule.
- Available Strength : 150 mg/ml
Description
Product Description: Clindamycin Injection is an antibiotic medication used for the treatment of various bacterial infections. It belongs to the class of antibiotics known as lincosamides and is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and anaerobic bacteria. Clindamycin Injection provides a valuable therapeutic option for patients with infections caused by susceptible organisms.
Indications and Usage: Clindamycin Injection is indicated for the treatment of serious bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms, including respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, intra-abdominal infections, and pelvic infections.
Dosage and Administration: Dosage and administration of Clindamycin Injection should be determined by a qualified healthcare professional based on factors such as the severity of the infection, the patient's age and weight, renal function, and the susceptibility of the causative bacteria. It is typically administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
Dosage Forms and Strengths: Clindamycin Injection is available as a sterile solution for injection in vials containing various strengths, typically ranging from 150 mg to 900 mg per vial.
Contraindications: Clindamycin Injection is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to clindamycin or lincomycin. It should not be used in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to lincosamide antibiotics.
Warnings and Precautions: Serious adverse reactions, including pseudomembranous colitis and severe allergic reactions, have been reported with the use of clindamycin. It should be used with caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease or allergies. Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea has been reported with nearly all antibacterial agents, including clindamycin.
Adverse Reactions/Side Effects: Common adverse reactions associated with clindamycin include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rash. Serious adverse effects may include pseudomembranous colitis, hepatotoxicity, and allergic reactions.
Drug Interactions: Clindamycin may interact with other medications, including neuromuscular blocking agents and erythromycin, which may potentiate the risk of adverse effects. Concurrent use with other antibiotics should be avoided whenever possible.
Use In Specific Populations Description: Safety and efficacy of Clindamycin Injection in pediatric patients, pregnant women, and nursing mothers have been established through clinical studies and extensive post-marketing surveillance. However, caution should be exercised when administering to these populations, and the potential risks and benefits should be carefully considered.
How Supplied/Storage and Handling: Clindamycin Injection is supplied as a sterile solution for injection in single-dose vials. It should be stored at controlled room temperature (20°C to 25°C) and protected from light. Unused portions of the reconstituted solution should be discarded.
