Clinopak 300Mg Tablet 10's
Netmeds First Membership
Quick Links
Introduction About CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET
CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET contains Clindamycin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage certain serious bacterial infections. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, headache, nausea, vomiting and swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, groin or elsewhere.
Before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have or ever had problems with your stomach or intestines (bowel disease, diarrhea), hay fever, asthma, eczema, intolerance to certain sugars, kidney, and liver problems. CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. The most common side effects of taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET are diarrhea, stomach pain and abnormal liver function tests. Consult your doctor if your symptoms get worse or persist.
Uses Of CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET
- Manage severe bacterial infections
How CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET Works
CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET acts against the bacteria by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome (site of protein synthesis). Which in turn manages protein synthesis and works against the infection-causing bacteria.
How to use CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET
Take CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow it with a full glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects Of CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET
Common
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
Uncommon
- Vomiting
- Feeling sick
- Smooth skin rashes or redness covered with elevated bumps
- Hives
Stop taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- Severe, continuous, bloody diarrhea (with stomach pain or fever). It can be a sign of serious bowel inflammation (pseudomembranous colitis).
- A severe allergic reaction such as sudden wheezing, difficulty in breathing, dizziness, swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, throat or tongue, rash, or itching (especially if affecting the entire body)
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes)
- Skin rashes which can be severe or life-threatening:
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome (peeling of large areas of skin, especially around the mouth, nose, eyes, and genitals) and a more severe form (toxic epidermal necrolysis)
- The rapid appearance of areas of red skin with small pustules (blisters filled with white/yellow fluid) (Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis (AGEP))
- Widespread red skin rash with pus-containing blisters (exfoliative dermatitis bullous)
- Skin rash, which may blister (looks like central dark spots surrounded by a paler area, with a dark ring around the edge, known as erythema multiforme)
- Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (fever, swollen lymph nodes or skin rash)
How To Manage Side Effects
Diarrhea
Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor if your symptoms don't improve.
Stomach Pain
Try to rest and relax. Have smaller and more frequent meals. Keep a heating pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Use with CautionCLINOPAK 300MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby as it crosses the placenta. It will be given to you by the doctor only if it's clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
Breastfeeding
ContraindicatedCLINOPAK 300MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with CautionCLINOPAK 300MG TABLET does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.
Kidney
Use with CautionCLINOPAK 300MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Your doctor will give the right dose depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
Liver
Use with CautionCLINOPAK 300MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver problems. Your doctor will give the right dose depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
Allergy
ContraindicatedDo not take CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET if you are allergic to Clindamycin or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Use In Pediatrics
Consult your doctorYour doctor will give the right dose depending on your age, body weight and disease condition CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
Use In Geriatrics
Consult your doctorYour doctor will give the right dose depending on your age, body weight and disease condition CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
Others
Before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- You have an intolerance to some sugars
- Have diarrhea or have ever suffered from problems with your stomach or intestines (bowel disease)
- Have hay fever, asthma, or eczema
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
- Erythromycin (an antibiotic used to manage infection)
- Warfarin (blood thinners)
- Muscle relaxants used for operations. (Ex. cyclobenzaprine)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Clindamycin |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Lincosamides |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Serious bacterial infections |
| Dosage Forms | : | Injection, Tablet, Capsule, Gel, Cream, Lotion, Solution, Spray, Soap |
More Information
Storage
- Keep CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET out of reach from children
- Do not store above 30°C
FAQs About CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET
Q: What is CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET used for?
A: CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET is used to manage serious bacterial infections. A bacterial infection occurs when bacteria enter the body, increase in number and causing a reaction in the body. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, headache, nausea, vomiting and swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, groin or elsewhere.
Q: Are there any side effects of taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET?
A: The most common side effects of taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET are diarrhea, stomach pain and abnormal liver function test. Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve.
Q: How does CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET work?
A: CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET acts against the bacteria by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome (site of protein synthesis). Which in turn manages protein synthesis and kills the infection-causing bacteria.
Q: Can CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET be used in pregnancy?
A: CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby as it crosses the placenta. It will be recommended to you by the doctor only if it's clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
Q: Can CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET be used in patients with kidney problems?
A: CLINOPAK 300MG TABLETshould be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Your doctor will give you the right dose depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking CLINOPAK 300MG TABLET.
References
1. KD Tripathi. Macrolide, Lincosamide, Glycopeptide and Other Anti bacteria In Antibiotics. Urinary Antiseptics. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. 2019. Page –805-806.
2. Patrick B, Murphy, Karlyle G. Bistas, Jacqueline K.Le. Clindamycin. National Library of medicine, National center for biotechnology information. [Revised in July 2021] [Accessed on 10th May 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519574/
3. Manuel Polanco Morales, Anna Paola Thome Carvallo, Karla Adriana Bautista Espinosa,and Edgar Enrique Meza Murillo. A young man with myelosuppression caused by clindamycin: a case report. National Library of medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubmed Central 2014 [Accessed on 10th May 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3917410/
4. Laboratories BTT. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in May 2018] [Accessed on 10th May 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2486.pdf
5. Laboratories BTT. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in May 2018] [Accessed on 10th May 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2485.pdf, https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/2485/smpc
6. Clindamycin. Healthdirect. [Revised in August 2020] [Accessed on 10th May 2022] https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/bacterial-infections
Useful Diagnostic Tests
- Complete blood count test
- Liver function test
- Kidney function test
Author Details
