Clindamycin Topical Pharmacology

Clindamycin Topical

About Clindamycin Topical
Macrolide, Lincosamide Antibiotic (Topical).
Mechanism of Action of Clindamycin Topical
It binds to the 50S sub unit of bacterial ribosome and inhibits translocation.ie:they interfere with the transfer of the newly formed peptide chain from the A site to the P site and fails to expose the A site .So that A site is unable to bind with the next aminoacyl t RNA complex. This leads to premature termination of amino acid chain and there by inhibits protein synthesis.
Pharmacokinets of Clindamycin Topical
Absorption: It is minimally absorbed after topical application.
Onset of Action for Clindamycin Topical
N/A
Duration of Action for Clindamycin Topical
N/A
Half Life of Clindamycin Topical
N/A
Side Effects of Clindamycin Topical
1.Burning
2.Stinging
3.Dryness
4.Redness
5.Oiliness
6.Itching
7.Mild irritation
Contra-indications of Clindamycin Topical
1.Hypersensitive to Clindamycin
Special Precautions while taking Clindamycin Topical
1. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, and lips and if medication gets in any of these areas, wash with water
2.Avoid use of medicament to broken or irritated skin
3. Avoid using other topical products on the same area at the same
4.History of enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or antibiotic-associated colitis
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution.
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution.
Children Related Information
Use with caution.
Indications for Clindamycin Topical
1.Acne vulgaris
Interactions for Clindamycin Topical
N/A
Typical Dosage for Clindamycin Topical
Apply once daily to washed and dried areas for maximum of 15 minutes initially and increase the exposure gradually
Schedule of Clindamycin Topical
N/A
Storage Requirements for Clindamycin Topical
The drug should be store at room temperature.Keep out of reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Clindamycin Topical
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Clindamycin Topical
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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