Antibiotic / Antibiotic

Clindamycin

Lincosamide antibiotic used in selected prescription contexts for susceptible infections. A major library emphasis is C. difficile-associated diarrhea risk, allergy history, liver/GI context, and stewardship.

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Reference dosePrescription dosing depends on infection, severity, organism susceptibility, age/weight, formulation, and clinician-directed duration. Verify official label and guidance.

Half-lifeShort to intermediate; commonly around 2 to 3 hours, with patient-context variability. hours

Risk flaghigh

Regulatory noteReview required

Side effects and watch-outs

Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Rash
Liver enzyme changes
C. difficile-associated diarrhea risk