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Helps treat bacterial paronychia.

Clindamycin is an oral antibiotic for paronychia, a nail infection characterized by inflammation and redness. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria responsible for the infection.

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What is Clindamycin?

Clindamycin is an oral antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, like paronychia – a nail infection around the nail that leads to inflammation. It’s characterized by redness, swelling, and pain. While mild cases of paronychia can resolve on their own, oral antibiotics are needed for severe or persistent infections.

How does Clindamycin work?

Clindamycin is an antibiotic that works by stopping certain bacteria from making the proteins they need to survive and replicate. This makes it easier for your immune system to clear the infection.[1]

Will I get side effects using Clindamycin?

You might get side effects while taking Clindamycin, but not everyone will get them. These may include:

  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Vomiting

Any side effects you do get should go away once you stop treatment. But if they worsen or are hard to manage, let your doctor know right away.

What doses of Clindamycin are there?

Clindamycin comes in two doses (150 mg and 300 mg), although we only supply the 300 mg dose. The typical advice for paronychia is to take one 300mg tablet four times a day.

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  1. Murphy, P.B., et al. (2023). Clindamycin. PubMed.
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How to take Clindamycin

Swallow the tablet whole with water. You can take it with or without food, but taking it with food may help reduce some side effects, such as stomach pain.

It’s best to divide your doses evenly throughout the day (so one tablet every six hours).

 

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Clindamycin isn’t suitable for everyone, and there are some things that you need to be aware of when taking it.

Here’s all the official info on it. If anything is unclear, let our doctor know, and they can talk with you about it.

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Clindamycin: FAQ

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How does Clindamycin compare with other treatments for Paronychia?

Answer:
Bacterial paronychia is usually treated with warm soaks, anti-inflammatory steroids, and topical or oral antibiotics. If your infection is mild, topical antibiotics are preferred because they’re less likely to cause side effects. But if your infection is more severe, oral antibiotics may be more suitable for you.

In some cases, paronychia can be caused by fungal infections. In these cases, topical antifungals like Clotrimazole or Ketoconazole cream are prescribed.

Your doctor will assess your symptoms to determine whether your infection is bacterial or fungal.

How long does Clindamycin take to work?

Answer:
Clindamycin is absorbed quickly, but it may take a few days to notice an improvement in your symptoms, and a few weeks for your infection to completely clear. 

Even if you think your infection has cleared, you mustn’t stop your antibiotic treatment midway. Stopping treatment early can cause your infection to return and may lead to antibiotic resistance.

Does Clindamycin have any interactions?

Answer:
Yes, Clindamycin can interact with a few other medications, such as:

  • Blood thinners

  • HIV medications

  • Muscle relaxants

  • Oral contraceptives


While Clindamycin doesn’t significantly affect the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, it may slightly decrease hormone levels, which can increase your risk of pregnancy. This is especially true if you experience vomiting or diarrhea. To be on the safe side, it’s best to use a condom or another barrier contraceptive method while taking Clindamycin and for seven days after finishing treatment.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Clindamycin?

Answer:
It’s best to avoid alcohol while taking Clindamycin. This is because alcohol can worsen side effects like dizziness and affect your ability to fight the infection.

Can I get Clindamycin through private health insurance?

Answer:
Clindamycin might be covered by private health insurance, but each plan can differ. It's best to check your individual plan to see if it’s covered.

If they don't cover Clindamycin, you can always buy it from a private pharmacy, but you’ll have to pay out of pocket.

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