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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections like pneumonia, empyema, lung abscess, endometritis, nongonococcal tubo-ovarian abscess, pelvic cellulitis, intra-abdominal infections, septicaemia, and bone and joint infections. This medicine contains clindamycin which works by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Common side effects include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, heartburn, and skin rash.
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Composition :

CLINDAMYCIN-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj belongs to the class of 'antibiotics', primarily used to treat serious bacterial infections such as lower respiratory tract infections like pneumonia, empyema, and lung abscess; gynaecological infections like endometritis, nongonococcal tubo-ovarian abscess, pelvic cellulitis, and postsurgical vaginal cuff infection; intra-abdominal infections; septicaemia or sepsis (blood poisoning by bacteria), and bone and joint infections. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. 

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj contains 'Clindamycin' that works by preventing bacterial protein synthesis, leading to the inhibition of bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect that stops bacterial reproduction. Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Clostridium perfringens.

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional. Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, heartburn, skin rash, pain and swelling at the injection site, and vaginal itching or discharge. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj. Let your doctor know if you have any liver disease, kidney disease, yellow food dye allergy, colitis (colon inflammation), severe stomach cramps, diarrhoea, and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema). Do not use Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj while getting vaccinated with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj may affect the vaccine's activity. Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj should be used only with a doctor's advice during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Uses of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj will be injected by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj is an antibiotic that treats severe/serious bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which inhibits bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect, which stops bacterial reproduction but doesn't kill them. Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Clostridium perfringens. Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj is useful in treating lower respiratory tract infections like pneumonia, empyema, and lung abscess; gynaecological infections like endometritis, nongonococcal tubo-ovarian abscess, pelvic cellulitis, and postsurgical vaginal cuff infection; intra-abdominal infections; septicaemia or sepsis (blood poisoning by bacteria), and bone and joint infections.

How Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj Works

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj contains 'Clindamycin' that works by preventing bacterial protein synthesis, leading to the inhibition of bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect that stops bacterial reproduction. Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Clostridium perfringens

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj

  • Pain and swelling at the injection site
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Heartburn
  • Skin rash
  • Vaginal itching or discharge 

What if I have taken an overdose of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. If you experience any of these symptoms like peeling or blistering skin, rash, hives, itching, difficulty, breathing or swallowing, and/or hoarseness, call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical treatment.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj if you are allergic to any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea), yellow food dye allergy, and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema). Do not use Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj while getting vaccinated with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj may affect the vaccine's activity. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent any undesired effects while using Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClindamycinItraconazole
Severe
ClindamycinBoceprevir
Severe

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ClindamycinItraconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Concomitant use of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj with itraconazole can reduce the metabolism and increase the levels of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj in the body. This may increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can be taken with itraconazole if prescribed by the doctor. Consult a doctor immediately if you experience persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhea. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ClindamycinBoceprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Boceprevir together with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can increase the effects of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj and Boceprevir, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you have ongoing feelings of sickness, throwing up, having loose stools, or pain in your stomach, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClindamycinFosphenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
When Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj is taken with Fosphenytoin, it can cause the body to process Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj faster.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj and Fosphenytoin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any symptoms like sudden drowsiness, fatigue, confusion, itching, burning, or tingling sensation, abnormal body movements, or loss of coordination, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ClindamycinIndinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Concomitant use of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj with indinavir may increase the effects of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can be taken with indinavir if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhoea.
ClindamycinCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Carbamazepine and Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj together may result in reduced blood levels of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj, which could make it less effective in treating your disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking carbamazepine and Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any symptoms like fever, it is advised to consult a doctor. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
ClindamycinClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Taking Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj with clarithromycin may increase the effects of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can be taken with clarithromycin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhea. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
ClindamycinGentamicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Co-administration of of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj with gentamicin may increase the risk of kidney and/or nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can be taken with gentamicin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience signs and symptoms of kidney damage such as sudden weight gain or weight loss, nausea, vomiting, fluid retention, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. If you develop diarrhea or vomiting during treatment with these medications, drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration, as dehydration may also harm the kidney.
ClindamycinCapreomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Capreomycin with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can increase the risk of kidney or nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj and Capreomycin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
ClindamycinCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Concomitant use of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj with ceritinib can increase the effects of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can be taken with ceritinib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhoea.
ClindamycinCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj may reduce the activity of the cholera vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the Cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands often to maintain cleanliness.
  • Avoid sharing personal items like shaving razors.
  • Include whole-grain foods like multigrain bread and brown rice in your diet. 
  • Taking probiotics after an antibiotic treatment reduces the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. 
  • Try taking yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi that help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet that is easily digested by your gut bacteria. Fibre foods may also help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages as it may cause dehydration and affect your sleep. 
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep. 

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid taking alcohol while using Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj since it may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can be excreted into breast milk when used by a nursing mother. Please consult your doctor before taking Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

There is limited data on how Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj affects your driving ability. Please seek medical advice for more information.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj since it may cause jaundice and abnormal liver function tests.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj.

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Children

Caution

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj should be used in children only when prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will prescribe Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj depending on the child's age and body weight.

FAQs

Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj belongs to the class of antibiotics primarily used to treat serious bacterial infections such as lower respiratory tract infections like pneumonia, empyema, and lung abscess; gynaecological infections like endometritis, nongonococcal tubo-ovarian abscess, pelvic cellulitis, and postsurgical vaginal cuff infection; intra-abdominal infections; septicaemia or sepsis (blood poisoning by bacteria), and bone and joint infections.
Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj is an antibiotic that treats bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which retards bacterial growth.
Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, severe stomach cramps, diarrhoea), yellow food dye allergy, and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema).
Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj can affect the live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease its effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj if you are undergoing any vaccinations.
Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj may cause abnormal liver function tests as one of its side effects. Please ask your doctor before starting Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj if you have any history of liver problems.
Diarrhoea can be a side-effect of Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj. Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is also reported during usage of antibiotics like Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj. Therefore, if you experience diarrhoea, you are advised to undergo an examination to rule out the chances of CDAD following Cliford-C 600Mg/4Ml Inj therapy.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

42/44, Babu Genu Road, Shop No. 06, 2nd Floor, Om Shanti Co-op Housing Society, Kalbadevi Road, Mumbai-400002. (India)
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