Clindamycin

• Clindamycin is available by prescription only.

• Clindamycin is a narrow spectrum antibiotic used to fight bacterial infections in dogs and cats.

• Clindamycin raises the white blood cell count to help prevent the spread of bacteria.

• Clindamycin is especially useful in treating infections in the mouth because it is able to keep infections contained.

• Clindamycin acts on bacteria by inhibiting the production of proteins, thus stopping the growth of susceptible strains of bacteria.

• Clindamycin is available in capsules of various strengths:

• 75 mg

• 150 mg

• 300 mg

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not use in pets with known hypersensitivity to clindamycin or lincomycin.

• Do not take clindamycin at the same time as erythromycin

• Use with caution if your animal is pregnant or nursing.

• Clindamycin can interact with other medications. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is on any other medications.

• Use with caution if your pet suffers from...

• kidney disease

• disease

• skin allergies

• asthma

• colitis

• Store at room temperature, protected from light and moisture.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Store clindamycin at room temperature.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Allow your pet access to plenty of water.

• Liver and kidney functions may need to be tested periodically during clindamycin treatment.

• In the case of a missed dose of clindamycin, give it as soon as you remember, or wait until it is time to give the next dose. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF CLINDAMYCIN.

• In the case of an overdose of clindamycin, contact your veterinarian immediately.

• Symptoms of an overdose may include...

• vomiting

• depression

• loss of appetite

• Allergic reactions and more serious side effects are rare but can occur.

• Some common signs of allergic reactions and more serious side effects are...

• hives

• facial swelling

• facial lesions

• loss of appetite

• dizziness

• dark colored urine