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Clindamycin Phosphate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CLIDACIN
Strength: 150 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 7.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Clindamycin Phosphate

Class: | Lincosamide antibiotic Use: | Treatment of serious infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and certain protozoal infections; also used for skin and soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, and bone infections. Adult dose: | 600 mg to 1,200 mg per day, administered in 2 to 4 divided doses; for severe infections, doses may be increased based on clinical response. Pediatric dose: | 8 to 25 mg/kg/day divided into 2 to 4 doses; maximum dose should not exceed 1,200 mg/day.

Drug Class

Lincosamide antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of serious infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and certain protozoal infections; also used for skin and soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, and bone infections.

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from light and moisture; do not freeze.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Vianex S.A, GREECE

Package Size

2ml Ampoule

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 7.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

600 mg to 1,200 mg per day, administered in 2 to 4 divided doses; for severe infections, doses may be increased based on clinical response.

Pediatric Dose

8 to 25 mg/kg/day divided into 2 to 4 doses; maximum dose should not exceed 1,200 mg/day.

Side Effects

Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, rash, and potential for Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to clindamycin or lincomycin; history of antibiotic-associated colitis; use with caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease.

Important Warnings

Risk of severe colitis; monitor for signs of gastrointestinal distress; discontinue use if severe diarrhea occurs; use with caution in patients with liver impairment.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Clindamycin Phosphate available in UAE pharmacies:

CLIDACIN 150 mg/ml Solution For Injection CLIDACIN 150 mg/ml Solution For Injection CLINDAC A 10 mg/ml Topical Solution CLINDACIN T 10 mg/ml Topical Solution CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE 10 mg/g Gel DALACIN 20 mg/g Vaginal Cream DALACIN C 150 mg/ml Solution For Injection DALACIN T 10 mg/ml Topical Solution DALACIN T 10 mg/ml Topical Solution DALACIN VAGINAL OVULE 100 mg Vaginal Ovules

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Lincosamide antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Clindamycin Clindamycin Clindamycin Clindamycin Clindamycin Hydrochloride Clindamycin Hydrochloride Clindamycin Palmitate HCL Clindamycin Palmitate Hydrochloride

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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