Clindamycin is in a class of medications called lincomycin antibiotics. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of bacteria.
Clindamycin works primarily by binding to the 50s ribosomal subunit of bacteria & inhibits protein synthesis
Therapeutic Indications Of Dalacin C 150 Mg Capsules
It fights bacteria in your body by preventing their growth.
It is used to treat serious bacterial infections caused by Clindamycin susceptible bacteria.
Method Of Administration Of Dalacin C 150 Mg Capsules
Take as indicated by your doctor.
Take with a full glass of water.
The dosing may depend on the site and severity of your infection.
The usual dosing range is 600 – 1,800 mg/day in 2 to 4 divided doses.
In children, the dosing is calculated based on the child’s body weight in mg/kg/dose. Your doctor will specify the dose.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.
Undesirable Side Effects Of Dalacin C 150 Mg Capsules
Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:
Diarrhea
Changes in liver activity
Rash
Nausea
abdominal pain
low blood cell count
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Dalacin C 150 Mg Capsules
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding
Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Strengthen Your Immunity
We must acknowledge that the body’s immune system develops and strengthens as a result of care throughout different stages of life, which begins as early as the fetal stage. There are ways to boost immunity:
Proper nutrition: eat well-balanced meals
Consume immune-boosting foods such as antioxidants and probiotics. Also, some supplements like Sambune Capsules & C-Ronz 1000, Vitamin C With Zinc will be helpful
Stay physically active
Get adequate sleep
Avoid/ minimize stress
Avoid smoking
Stay up-to-date with vaccines
Follow all personal hygiene and infection prevention protocols including frequent hand washing, practice physical distancing, follow all hygiene procedures for cooking, and disinfect your home (particularly common surfaces) regularly.
Monitor your body temperature by a thermometer, for example Microlife Ear Thermometer or Beurer Thermometer
Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Dalacin C 150 Mg Capsules
Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this drug including:
If you’ve had any intestinal disorders such as colitis or inflammatory colon.
If you have diarrhea or get diarrhea when you take antibiotics
If you have liver or kidney problems.
If you are taking the medicine Primaquine for an enzyme deficiency called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD).
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.
Storage Conditions Of Dalacin C 150 Mg Capsules
Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
Normal Ranges
The average normal oral temperature is 98.6°F (37°C).
A rectal temperature is 0.5 F (0.3 C) to 1 F (0.6 C) higher than an oral temperature.
An ear (tympanic) temperature is 0.5 F (0.3 C) to 1 F (0.6 C) higher than an oral temperature.