Cleocin - Clindamycin Phosphate - Vaginal Cream Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cleocin.
• Cleocin
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Read Before Using Cleocin (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause vaginal itching or burning.
• These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Other side effects reported include nausea, heartburn, headache and dizziness.
• If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, contact your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Cleocin Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.

Cleocin Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication is not a contraceptive agent.
• It is advised to avoid vaginal sexual intercourse during treatment with this medication to prevent reinfection.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is for vaginal use only.
• Fill the applicator with cream.
• Insert the applicator high into the vagina and press the plunger to release the medication.
• Clean the applicator with warm soapy water and rinse well.
• A detailed instruction sheet should be provided with the medication.
• Review the instructions and be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
• Continue using this medication for as long as prescribed to ensure the infection is cleared.
• Stopping therapy too soon may result in a reinfection.

Warning

• This medication may be absorbed into the bloodstream and may rarely cause severe (in some cases, fatal) intestinal problems (pseudomembranous colitis).
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop persistent diarrhea, abdominal or stomach pain, or blood/mucous in your stool.
• Your doctor will decide if you require other treatment.
• These symptoms may occur weeks after stopping use of this drug.
• Do not use anti-diarrhea products or narcotic pain medications if you have these symptoms.
• These products may make the symptoms worse.
• Your doctor will monitor you closely while you are using this medication.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is an anti-infective used to treat certain vaginal infections.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
• Avoid the use of vaginal douches while taking this medication.
• This medication contains mineral oil which can weaken and damage latex or rubber products such as condoms or diaphragms.
• Thus, such products should be avoided while taking this medication.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.