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Up to $20 off, exclusions applyClindamycin is an antibiotic used to treat soft tissue, dental, and bone infections caused by susceptible strains of bacteria. It is used to treat serious infections. Clindamycin may also be used for purposes other than those listed here. Clindamycin is sold per capsule or per tablet and requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Cats and Dogs
Clindamycin fights infections caused by susceptible bacteria. Clindamycin works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea is watery or has blood in it, call your veterinarian. Do not use any medication to stop the diarrhea unless instructed by your veterinarian.
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Clindamycin (klin-da-my'-sin)
Clindamycin is an antibiotic that fights bacterial infections in the body and requires a prescription from your veterinarian. It is used to treat serious infections. Clindamycin may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
Do not use this medication if your pet is allergic to clindamycin or lincomycin (Bactramycin, L-Mycin, Lincocin). Do not give clindamycin together with erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Ery-Tab, and others). Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney disease, liver disease, colitis, asthma, eczema, or allergic skin reaction. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating.
Give this medication exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. Do not give in larger amounts, or give for longer than recommended by your veterinarian. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink. Give this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your veterinarian. Symptoms may get better before the infection is fully treated. Periodic blood testing will be necessary. Kidney and liver function may also need to be tested. Prior to any surgery on your pet, let your veterinarian know if your pet is still taking clindamycin. Store clindamycin at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Common side effects of Clindamycin in dogs and cats include nausea and vomiting from gastrointestinal irritation.
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and give the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
Contact your veterinarian or emergency veterinary clinic immediately.
Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea is watery or has blood in it, call your veterinarian. Do not use any medication to stop the diarrhea unless your veterinarian has told you to do so.
There may be other drugs that can affect clindamycin. Tell your veterinarian about all prescription and over-the-counter medications you give your pet including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.
Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea is watery or has blood in it, call your veterinarian. Do not use any medication to stop the diarrhea unless your veterinarian has told you to do so.
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | The usual dose for cats is 5-15 mg/lb once every 24 hours |
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | The usual dose for dogs is 2.5-15 mg/lb every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days |
Horses | Do not use! |
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Clindamycin should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Active Ingredients (per tablet) | Amount |
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Clindamycin Hydrochloride | 25 mg |
Active Ingredients (per tablet) | Amount |
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Clindamycin Hydrochloride | 75 mg |
Active Ingredients (per tablet) | Amount |
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Clindamycin Hydrochloride | 150 mg |
Active Ingredients (per capsule) | Amount |
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Clindamycin Hydrochloride | 150 mg |