Cleocin Pediatric

Who is Cleocin Pediatric for ?

Clindamycin, an antibiotic, is used to treat infections of the respiratory tract, skin, pelvis, vagina, and abdomen. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

When should I be careful taking Cleocin Pediatric ?

Clindamycin may cause colitis (inflammation of the colon). If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: severe persistent diarrhea, severe stomach cramps, fever, or bloody stool.

Before taking clindamycin,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to clindamycin, lincomycin, tartrazine (a yellow dye in some processed foods and drugs), or any other drugs
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, including vitamins and herbal supplements
• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are currently taking any medications for diarrhea, or if you are taking erythromycin
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had gastrointestinal, liver, or kidney disease.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using clindamycin, call your doctor.

Side Effects

Although side effects from clindamycin are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• upset stomach
• vomiting
• gas
• diarrhea
• nausea
• itching of rectal or genital areas

If you experience the following symptoms, stop taking clindamycin and call your doctor immediately:

• skin rash
• severe, persistent diarrhea
• severe stomach cramps
• fever
• bloody stool