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About Aloclin 1% Gel

CLINDAMYCIN belongs to the class of medication called 'lincosamide antibiotics' primarily used to treat bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples), infections of the abdomen, bone, skin, heart, and soft tissues. 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. CLINDAMYCIN will not work for viral infections, such as common cold and flu.

CLINDAMYCIN contains 'Clindamycin' that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which stops bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect, which prevents the multiplication of bacteria but doesn't kill them. CLINDAMYCIN effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumonia, and Clostridium perfringens. CLINDAMYCIN treats serious infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria in the abdomen, gastrointestinal tract, lower respiratory tract, on the skin, and in the genitourinary area.

CLINDAMYCIN is available in the form of oral, topical, intravenous, and intramuscular formulations. The oral forms of CLINDAMYCIN include capsule and powder for solution. Swallow the capsule as a whole with a glass of water with or without food. Do not chew, crush or break it. Topical forms of CLINDAMYCIN include gel, cream, and lotion. Intravenous and intramuscular forms of CLINDAMYCIN are injected into the body with the help of a syringe. Like all medicines, CLINDAMYCIN also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of CLINDAMYCIN include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, joint pain/swelling, dark urine, and abnormal liver function tests.

Brief your medical history the doctor, if you are allergic to CLINDAMYCIN or any of its components. Let your doctor know if have any liver disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, an inflammation of the colon), and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema). Do not use CLINDAMYCIN while having vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since CLINDAMYCIN may affect vaccines' activity. The injection form of CLINDAMYCIN may sometimes contain benzyl alcohol as a preservative, which can cross the placenta in pregnant and cause gasping syndrome (multi-organ failure) in pediatric patients. Hence, CLINDAMYCIN should be used only with a doctor's advice during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Sometimes, antibiotic medications can cause antibiotic resistance. In such cases, your doctor may prescribe other antibiotics, you are not resistant to. 

Uses of Aloclin 1% Gel

Bacterial skin infections, Acne

Medicinal Benefits of Aloclin 1% Gel

CLINDAMYCIN is an antibiotic that treats bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples), and various infections of the abdomen, bone, skin, heart, and soft tissues. 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. CLINDAMYCIN effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumonia, and Clostridium perfringens. CLINDAMYCIN treats serious infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria in the abdomen, gastrointestinal tract, lower respiratory tract, on the skin, and in the genitourinary area.

Directions for Use

CLINDAMYCIN is available in the form of oral, topical, intravenous, and intramuscular formulations. The oral forms of CLINDAMYCIN include capsule and powder for solution. Capsule: Swallow the capsule as a whole with a glass of water with or without food. Do not chew, crush or break it. Topical forms of CLINDAMYCIN include cream, gel, and lotion. Cream/Gel/Lotion: Take the advised amount of gel/lotion/cream with clean and dry hands on the skin's affected areas. Gently massage the medicine into the skin with your fingers. Wash your hands before and after applying CLINDAMYCIN. Do not put a dressing or bandage on the affected areas. Intravenous (IV) injection: CLINDAMYCIN IV injection is given into the vein as an infusion. Intramuscular (IM) injection: CLINDAMYCIN IM injection is administered deep into the muscle. Consult your physician or pharmacist to guide you on how to use the injections. Do not take if the medicine in the vial looks cloudy, changes color, or consists of particles.

Side Effects of Aloclin 1% Gel

Like every medicine, CLINDAMYCIN has common side effects like stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, joint pain/swelling, dark urine, and abnormal liver function tests. Most of these side effects of CLINDAMYCIN do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor. Prolonged use of CLINDAMYCIN may cause oral thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection. Seek medical attention if you notice any side effects like fever, lymph node swelling, rash, itching or swelling in the face/tongue/throat, dizziness, and trouble breathing.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not use CLINDAMYCIN if you are allergic to CLINDAMYCIN or any of its components. Let your doctor know if have any liver disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, an inflammation of the colon), and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema). Do not use CLINDAMYCIN while having vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since CLINDAMYCIN may affect vaccines' activity. The injection form of CLINDAMYCIN may sometimes contain benzyl alcohol as a preservative, which can cross the placenta in pregnant and cause gasping syndrome (multi-organ failure) in pediatric patients. CLINDAMYCIN is not recommended during breastfeeding, since it can be excreted into breast milk and can cause diarrhea, candidiasis (thrush, diaper rash), or rarely, blood in the stool. Hence, CLINDAMYCIN should be used only with a doctor's advice during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Sometimes, antibiotic medications can cause antibiotic resistance. In such cases, your doctor may prescribe other antibiotics you are not resistant to. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CLINDAMYCIN may interact with antibiotics (erythromycin), anti-coagulants (warfarin, acenocoumarol, and fluindione), and neuromuscular blocking agents.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Before taking CLINDAMYCIN, let your doctor know if have any liver disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, an inflammation of the colon), and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid taking alcohol while using CLINDAMYCIN since it may worsen the side effects.

PREGNANCY

CLINDAMYCIN may sometimes contain benzyl alcohol as a preservative in injection form, which can cross the placenta in pregnant and cause gasping syndrome (multi-organ failure) in pediatric patients. Please consult your doctor before taking CLINDAMYCIN if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

BREAST FEEDING

CLINDAMYCIN is not recommended during breastfeeding, since it can be excreted into breast milk and can cause diarrhea, candidiasis (thrush, diaper rash), or rarely, blood in the stool. It is advised to use an alternate drug if you are a nursing mother. Please consult your doctor before taking CLINDAMYCIN if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

You may experience dizziness as one of the side effects of CLINDAMYCIN. In such cases, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better.

LIVER

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

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking CLINDAMYCIN.