WARNING: DIARRHEA ASSOCIATED WITH CLOSTRIDIOIDES DIFFICI

Clostridioides difficile is a bacterium seen all over the world. This bacterium is also found in the environment and in the intestines of healthy humans and animals. Clostridioides come to the fore when long-term use of antibiotics, including CLEOCIN, changes or destroys the natural environment of the intestine, and in some cases, they can secrete toxic substances that cause inflammation of the large intestine with severe diarrhea. Intestinal inflammation manifests itself as sudden onset of watery diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain and fever. If you have any of these, stop using CLEOCIN and IMMEDIATELY inform your doctor or go to the emergency department of the nearest hospital.

Active ingredient: Each capsule contains 187.5 mg clindamycin hydrochloride, equivalent to 150 mg clindamycin.

Excipients: Lactose hydrus (bovine source), magnesium stearate, starch, talc, gelatin (bovine source), erythrosine, Patent Blue v, red iron oxide, FD&C Blue No 2, titanium dioxide.

Before you start using this medicine, read this INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE carefully, because it contains important information for you.

CLEOCIN contains clindamycin hydrochloride, an antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections.

It is presented in packages containing 16 capsules in a PVC-Al blister, in an opaque red-lilac colored capsule containing white powder.

Instructions for proper use and dosage/frequency of administration

Your doctor will decide what dose and how often you should take CLEOCIN.

The recommended dose for adults is 150-450 mg (1-3 capsules) every 6 hours, depending on the severity of the infection.

Follow your doctor’s instructions exactly and never change the dose yourself.

CLEOCIN should be swallowed whole with a full glass of water at least 30 minutes before lying down or lying down to avoid possible irritation of the esophagus.

Like all medicines, CLEOCIN can cause side effects; However, these side effects may not occur in everyone.

If any of the following occur, stop using CLEOCIN and IMMEDIATELY inform your doctor or go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital.

These are all very serious side effects.

If you have one of these, it means you have a serious allergy to CLEOCIN. You may need emergency medical attention or hospitalization.

All of these very serious side effects are very rare.

⚠️ Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider before using any medication.