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Cleocin is the brand name for clindamycin and is available as an oral capsule, oral solution, vaginal cream, and vaginal suppository.

Cleocin is available as a 2% vaginal cream, 100 mg vaginal suppository, 75 mg/5 ml oral solution, and 75 mg, 150 mg, and 300 mg oral capsules.

Cleocin is a lincosamide antibiotic that is used in the treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria.

Cleocin is a lincosamide antibiotic. It treats infections by stopping bacteria from making proteins, which prevents the bacteria from growing and spreading.

Cleocin capsules and solution are typically taken by mouth 3 to 4 times a day. Cleocin vaginal cream is applied intravaginally at bedtime for 3 to 7 days. Cleocin vaginal suppositories are inserted intravaginally at bedtime for 3 days.

Cleocin is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.

Common side effects of Cleocin will depend on the dosage form used and can include:

• Vaginal or vulvar irritation
• Vaginal pain
• Vaginal yeast infection
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Skin rash

Serious side effects are rare with Cleocin. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

• Clostridioides-difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD): severe diarrhea, watery or bloody stools, stomach cramps and pain, fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting
• Severe allergic or skin reactions: skin peeling, blisters, rash, or redness, shortness of breath, chest tightness, swelling of your lips, tongue, or face, muscle weakness, body aches, cough, fever

The following medications may interact with Cleocin:

• Inhibitors of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 may increase the levels and effects of clindamycin and inducers of these isoenzymes may reduce the levels and effects of clindamycin

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Cleocin should be used during the first trimester of pregnancy only if clearly needed. If you become pregnant while receiving Cleocin, talk to your healthcare provider .

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