Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibiotic. United States FDA approved it for the treatment of various bacterial infections. It is active against aerobic gram-positive bacteria. It shows its activity against anaerobic gram positive & gram negative organism too. It treats moderate to severe bacterial infections. It is inactive in case of viral infection.
How does Clindamycin work?
Clindamycin belongs to the class of drug lincosamide. It blocks the Ribosomes of micro-organism. The drug inhibits the bacterial protein synthesis. It binds to bacterial 50s ribosomal submit and Dissociates peptidyl-t RNA. This disrupts its protein synthesis. This kills the bacteria and helps to cure the bacterial infection.
What are the uses of Clindamycin?
Clindamycin is an antibiotic. other uses of Clindamycin are as discussed below:
How to take Clindamycin?
Clindamycin is available in the form of a capsule of strength 150mg. Dosage may differ depending upon the type of infection.
For Adults-
Pediatric patients-
Your doses also depend on,
What are the precautions in taking Clindamycin?
It is necessary to take precautions in a certain condition. Inform your doctor or ask regarding following situations.
Cost of clindamycin [Generic and Brand]
The generic and brand versions are same in case of effect. Both contain a same active ingredient called Clindamycin. They differ in their prices. Generic drugs don’t spend much on research and development. We also follow other cost-cutting measures. The amount is passed on to our customer.
Cost of generic clindamycin.
Cost of pack 48 capsules of 150 mg is $ 117, per unit cost is $ 2.44.
Cost of brand Dalacin.
Cost of pack of 10 capsules of 150 mg is $135.24, per unit cost is $ 13.52.