Guide To Clindamycin
Precautions To Remember

Patients must talk to their doctor if they have certain conditions before taking this antibiotic. Conditions of note include asthma, eczema, liver disease, and colitis! Allergies to yellow food dye or Aspirin are also vital pieces of information doctors must know. They have to know before prescribing this medication! Patients may require an alternative if they deal with any of these factors. Pregnant and breastfeeding women also have to talk to their doctor first! Although they can still take this antibiotic, women must monitor their babies for potential side effects. This includes diarrhea, an upset stomach, and diaper rash! Doctors need to know if any of these appear.
Patients must take capsules with water to prevent side effects! Dosing spoons assist with the liquid form. Nurses give patients the first dose of injectable clindamycin. They also teach patients how to self-administer future doses! Patients have to protect this medication from heat and moisture. It needs to be stored at room temperature, and never in the refrigerator! Any unused liquid medication should be disposed of safely after fourteen days. Patients can return this to the pharmacy! Surgeons need to know if their patient takes this antibiotic, as it can interact with anesthesia! Patients must finish the full course. Follow-up doctor visits are essential for this medication!
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