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Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories

Manufactured byWalter Bushnell
ContainsClindamycin (100 mg) + Clotrimazole (100 mg)
Description
Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories is a combination of Clindamycin and Clotrimazole. It is used to treat various vaginal infections associated with vaginal discharge. It works by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms responsible for the infection. Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories shows side effects such as burning sensation, irritation, or itching in the vagina. These side effects usually subside with time. However, consult your doctor for further assistance if they persist or worsen. Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories is for vaginal use only. Wash your hands before and after using the suppository. Use the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Complete the treatment with the medicine to avoid any chances of re-infection. Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Use the medicine with caution if you have antibiotic-associated colitis (swelling of the large intestine due to a bacteria called Clostridium difficile), regional enteritis (swelling in the parts of the intestine), or ulcerative colitis (ulcers in the parts of the gastrointestinal tract). Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories should only be used in pregnancy or breastfeeding after consulting your doctor.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories

  • Itching in the genital area
  • Pain during sexual intercourse
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach discomfort and cramps
  • Burning, itching, rash, redness, swelling or other signs of skin problems

Uses of Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories

What is it prescribed for?

  • Vaginal infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories should only be used during pregnancy after consulting your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories passes into the breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid usingClindazole Vaginal Suppositories if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories should only be used during pregnancy after consulting your doctor.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories passes into the breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Skin reactions

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories may rarely cause severe skin reactions like toxic epidermal necrolysis (blistering and peeling of the skin and can lead to a life-threatening situation), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS is a severe reaction characterised by widespread skin rash, fever, blood abnormalities, etc.), and Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a rare, serious disorder that causes damage to the skin and mucous membrane). Inform your doctor if you experience such symptoms.

Vaginal irritation

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories may cause burning and irritation upon the insertion of the suppository. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve and the irritation persists.

Resistance

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories should be used for the prescribed duration even if the symptoms get better after a few doses. The infection may recur and the microorganism may get less sensitive to the medicine resulting in drug resistance if it is not used for the prescribed period.

For vaginal use only

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories is intended for vaginal use only. Do not swallow the medicine.

Antibiotic-associated colitis

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories should be used with caution if you have antibiotic-associated colitis (swelling of the large intestine due to a bacteria called Clostridium difficile). Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Regional enteritis

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories should be used with caution if you have regional enteritis (swelling in the parts of the intestine). Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Ulcerative colitis

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories should be used with caution if you have ulcerative colitis (ulcers in the parts of the gastrointestinal tract). Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Latex contraceptive

Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories may cause damage to the latex contraceptives if used together. Hence use alternative contraceptive methods to prevent unwanted pregnancy while using this medicine.

Missed Dose

Do not miss the dose of Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories. Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Do not use more than the recommended dose of Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
This medicine is for vaginal use only. Use Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before and after inserting the suppository. Do not use in larger amounts than advised. Do not stop the medication without consulting your doctor to avoid the risk of re-infection. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Follow all the instructions given in the consumer information leaflet.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Clindazole Vaginal Suppositories is a combination of Clindamycin and Clotrimazole. Clindamycin works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria while Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Azole antifungals, Lincomycin derivatives, Vaginal anti-infectives

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a609006.html

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Clotrimazole. [online] Available at: [Accessed 16 February 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/2812#section=Top
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