Drug reference
clindamycin
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Miscellaneous(Anti Bacterial))
Mechanism of action
Suppresses protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosomal subunits; bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on drug concentration, organism and infection site
Common side effects
- Vulvovaginal candidiasis
- Agranulocytosis
- Dryness
- Eosinophilia (transient)
- Oiliness
- Fungal vaginosis
- Abdominal pain
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to clindamycin, lincomycin, or formulation components
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is clindamycin?
clindamycin belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does clindamycin work?
Suppresses protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosomal subunits; bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on drug concentration, organism and infection site
What are the common side effects of clindamycin?
Vulvovaginal candidiasis, Agranulocytosis, Dryness, Eosinophilia (transient), Oiliness, Fungal vaginosis, Abdominal pain
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